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49-57 Walter U Lum Pl, San Francisco, CA 94108

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Complaints
1
Fire Incidents
173
311 Calls
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Permits

Risk Assessment

29
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 29% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The property at 49-57 Walter U Lum Place is a 3-story, mixed-use building constructed in 1930, containing 4 multi-family residential units and ground-floor commercial space, currently owned by Sam Yick Benv Assn Western. The building has undergone several significant changes over the years, including the commercial space's conversion from a grocery store to a coffee shop in 2012, and more recently, issues regarding unpermitted signage and awnings that resulted in multiple Notices of Violation (NOV) in January 2023.

To address these violations, the property owner has initiated compliance actions through the Awning Amnesty Program in May 2024, with multiple permits issued and completed for this purpose. The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with multiple fire code violations recorded between 2014 and 2022, including issues with sprinkler systems, fire escapes, and alarm systems, though most were subsequently abated.

Recent electrical work in 2022 involved the installation of outlets for an automatic door closer, suggesting security improvements. The property has maintained active compliance efforts, as evidenced by the recent permit activity, though two building violations from January 2023 regarding unpermitted signage and awnings remain listed as active. The surrounding area has experienced various municipal service calls in early 2025, primarily related to maintenance and environmental issues, though these are more reflective of the neighborhood rather than the building itself.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Financial District North.

Building Characteristics

Total units 4
Year built 1930
Total area 3042 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class FS - Flat & Store 4 units or less
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Key Building Statistics

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Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
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Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
1
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
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DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
173
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
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Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
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Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 51 Walter U Lum Pl, San Francisco CA 94108
  • 49 Walter U Lum Pl, San Francisco CA 94108
  • 57 Walter U Lum Pl, San Francisco CA 94108
  • 53 Walter U Lum Pl, San Francisco CA 94108

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49-57 Walter U Lum Pl Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Sam Yick Benv Assn Western53 Walter U Lum Pl San Francisco CA 94108

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49-57 Walter U Lum Pl Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 49-57 Walter U Lum Pl, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-21 01:28:35+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation CenterencampmentNone Closed
2025-07-16 16:22:47+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation Center - IndividualencampmentNone Closed
2025-07-12 00:34:46+00:00 RPD General RPD - Park Service Area 1park_services_areairrigation Closed
2025-07-10 09:21:18+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation Center - IndividualNoneNone Closed
2025-07-08 09:53:14+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation Center - IndividualNoneNone Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2023-01-27 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 26-jan-23; exact location: main bldg; building type: commercial/business work w/o permit; ; additional information: no awning permit; Not Active View on DBI
2023-01-27 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 26-jan-23; identity of person performing the work: yu cafe; exact location: main bldg; building type: commercial/business work w/o permit; ; additional information: sign put up no permit; Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-01-27T00:00:00.000Z No description entered Nonenot active
2023-01-27T00:00:00.000Z No description entered Noneactive
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2022-03-18T00:00:00.000Z838 Grant Avesprinkler / sprinkler valves abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2023-01-16 00:00:00+00:00151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fireU Cause undetermined after investigation0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 49-57 Walter U Lum Pl.

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Electrical Permits

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Plumbing Permits

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Planning Records

Planning records for the property.

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Tenant Buyouts

Tenant buyout records for the property.

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