32-34 Spofford St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 32-34 Spofford Street property is a 3-story, 11-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1907, currently owned by the So Family Living Trust. The building has a concerning recent history of maintenance issues, particularly with its water heating system, as evidenced by multiple complaints between 2015 and 2024 about inconsistent hot water availability, including a documented outage in April 2024. The property has also experienced recurring pest issues, with active complaints about rodent and cockroach infestations in 2021. Recent fire safety inspections have revealed violations in 2023-2024 regarding alarm systems, with a particularly recent set of fire escape and access violations issued in October 2024.

The building's maintenance history shows several significant repairs, including seismic upgrading in 2002 ($68,000) and various roof work in 2005 ($16,000), suggesting some investment in structural integrity. Historical records indicate the building experienced fire damage in 1998, and previous violations in 2004-2005 involved multiple interior maintenance issues including mold, ceiling repairs, and alarm system problems, all of which were eventually abated. The property has continuous fire safety equipment maintenance violations dating back to 2019, though all have been marked as abated, except for most recent violations in 2024. The building's location in the Financial District North neighborhood places it in an area with typical urban challenges, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris, as well as ongoing noise complaints.

The property has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years, including electrical upgrades with a 400-amp installation in 2003 and modernization of door access systems in 2005. While recent 311 calls show persistent issues with exterior cleanliness and debris management around the building, these are typical of urban properties and involve public spaces rather than the building itself. Planning records indicate participation in the Chinatown Green Alley Project, focusing on stormwater management and community space improvement. Three fire incidents recorded were all either false alarms or minor cooking-related incidents with no injuries reported. The building's age and history suggest it has undergone typical urban building maintenance cycles, though the frequency of recent hot water system complaints and fire safety violations indicates ongoing systems management challenges that require attention.