43-47 John St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 43-47 John Street in Nob Hill, owned by Raymond John Young & Donna, has a significant history of maintenance and safety concerns since its construction in 1929. The most pressing active issues date back to March 2010, when multiple violations were documented, including concerns about lead paint, building security, and various safety features. These violations included problems with self-closing devices on exterior doors, a malfunctioning fire escape drop ladder, smoke detector issues, and a need for fire extinguisher maintenance.

Additional active violations from December 2010 relate to electrical receptacle problems and concerns about lead-based paint that were noted to be potentially hazardous, particularly to vulnerable populations. The building has undergone some maintenance work, including an electrical upgrade in 2003 for underground conversion on the ground floor and a street space permit in 2014, though these appear to be relatively minor in comparison to the building's persistent maintenance issues. Earlier documented issues include a broken window hazard from late 2004 that was resolved within two months, and a series of routine inspections that have consistently revealed various maintenance needs.

The building's exterior has required attention, as evidenced by the December 2010 complaint about damaged paint on the front and side of the building, which continues to remain unresolved as an active violation. The property's history includes several 311 calls regarding street cleaning and color curb requests between 2013 and 2016, though these are administrative matters unrelated to building conditions. While some violations from 2004 were addressed within their respective timelines, many of the most critical safety and maintenance issues have persisted for over a decade, suggesting ongoing challenges with building upkeep and regulatory compliance.