46-50 Varennes St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 46-50 Varennes St in Telegraph Hill, owned by Yousefzadeh Babak, was constructed in 1906 and has a notable history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding safety compliance. In 2005, the building underwent significant repairs including new stair treads, stringers, guardrails, and wood stairs, following a series of violations related to safety concerns such as emergency exits, smoke detectors, egress obstructions, and the need for fire extinguishers.

Between 2011-2012, the building faced multiple complaints and violations regarding lead paint issues, including violations of lead safety practices and peeling paint that posed health concerns, particularly affecting neighborhood children. A routine inspection in 2005 revealed various safety concerns that were eventually abated by January 2006.

The building's maintenance has included a complete re-roofing in 1988, and more recently, there is an active project under review for interior remodeling and addition work, proposing to add a 10-foot half-level to the top unit while preserving the existing roofline and maintaining the current unit count. The property has generated numerous 311 calls since 2015, primarily related to street cleaning and waste management issues in the surrounding area.