37-39 Priest St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 37-39 Priest Street property is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, owned by Patricia Barlow and constructed in 1927. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety concerns in recent years, particularly regarding the roof deck area. A 2023 complaint reported an unsafe roof deck with no railing, potential structural problems, and issues related to short-term rentals.

There are ongoing concerns with water intrusion, though a 2021 water leak complaint from Housing Inspection Services remains active. Multiple compliance issues were identified in 2018 regarding illegal modifications to the roof area, including unpermitted planter boxes creating a guardrail-type barrier and water-related problems affecting neighboring properties. The building's safety systems have also been a recurring concern, with violations noted in 2016 for missing carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and gas shutoff tools. Earlier history shows various maintenance work and repairs were completed, including bathroom renovations in 2012, kitchen updates in 2011, stairway repairs in 2006, and several building upgrades.

The property has undergone multiple inspections revealing various violations, most of which were eventually abated. Notable issues from 2006 included problems with weatherproofing, egress obstruction, and plumbing fixtures. More recent routine inspections have highlighted ongoing maintenance needs, including a 2023 complaint about an unsupported door frame in a shared hallway with the neighboring property (45 Priest Street). The property has also experienced historical issues with unauthorized short-term rentals, resulting in penalties that could affect current and future property transactions.