32-40 Varennes St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 32-40 Varennes Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Matthew Ryan Pasquini, was constructed in 1906 and underwent significant renovations between 2008-2010. Recent concerns have emerged regarding unauthorized modifications, including a complaint in August 2018 about suspected illegal units and unpermitted electrical work in the 1st floor area of 38 Varennes Street, which was later documented as an illegally added dwelling unit with unauthorized bathroom and kitchen installations.

The building has undergone several major improvements, including the installation of fire safety systems with sprinklers and alarms in 2009-2010, basement modifications, and comprehensive remodeling of multiple units in 2008-2009. Multiple plumbing permits were issued for bathroom, kitchen, and laundry facility installations throughout 2009. The building's history includes various building complaints and routine inspections, with significant attention paid to construction activities in 2009 regarding unauthorized deck installations and rear expansion concerns.

Planning records from 2008-2009 show discretionary reviews related to proposed rooftop construction and garage modifications on the front facade. More recently, from 2019 to 2024, there have been several 311 calls regarding street cleaning and maintenance issues, primarily related to sidewalk garbage and debris, which were resolved through standard city services. The most recent permit activity on record was a garbage and debris-related complaint in August 2024, suggesting ongoing maintenance needs in the vicinity.