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540-542 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108

4
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
171
311 Calls
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

19
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 19% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The three-story mixed-use building at 540-542 Grant Avenue, owned by Tong & Tung Prpts LLC, was constructed in 1906 and contains three residential units plus ground-floor retail space. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance updates over the years, including a roof replacement in 2017 (cost: $19,400), water heater replacement in 2022, and seismic upgrade in 1997 as required by San Francisco Ordinance.

The building experienced multiple maintenance issues in 2022, including a complete lack of hot water and unauthorized installation of metal roll-down gates, which prompted a Planning violation for installation without permit. A notable safety concern was raised in 2016 regarding bedroom egress through a light well, though its current status is not specified in available records. The property has a documented history of violations and complaints, particularly in 2008 when multiple violations were issued relating to plumbing, interior surfaces, electrical systems, and fire safety, though all were abated by October 2008.

Earlier issues from 2002 included concerns about ventilation, door functionality, and water leaks. Fire safety is a recurring theme in the building's history, with several complaints regarding blocked exits and fire alarm systems between 2006 and 2018, though most were resolved promptly and one was found to have no merit. Recent records from 2024 indicate persistent issues with garbage and debris on the property, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding the condition of the street and sidewalk areas.

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 3
Year built 1906
Total area 2920 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class FS - Flat & Store 4 units or less
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Key Building Statistics

4
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
5
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
1
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
171
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
0
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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  • 542 Grant Ave, San Francisco CA 94108
  • 540 Grant Ave, San Francisco CA 94108

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540-542 Grant Ave Landlord Information

Ownership Data

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

NameAddress
Tong & Tung Prpts LlcHogan & Vest Inc 750 Pacific Ave San Francisco CA 94133

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540-542 Grant Ave 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 540-542 Grant Ave, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-19 14:38:15+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchother_illegal_parkingNone Closed
2025-07-12 13:55:57+00:00 General Request RPD - Park Patrolhomelessness_and_supportive_housinghousing_homeless complaint Closed
2025-06-25 06:35:45+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisglass Closed
2025-06-21 18:01:16+00:00 General Request 311 - Supervisorhomelessness_and_supportive_housinghousing_homeless request_for_service Closed
2025-06-19 18:45:26+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisglass Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2022-07-12 00:00:00+00:002024-07-03 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesHis / field observations Not Active View on DBI
2022-07-11 00:00:00+00:002022-07-20 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesNo hot water throughout building Not Active View on DBI
2022-04-04 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 01-apr-22; identity of person performing the work: lisa jewelry co; exact location: main bldg; building type: commercial/business work w/o permit; ; additional information: metal roll down gates installed without permit - violating sf planning transparency requirement; Not Active View on DBI
2016-05-03 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 30-apr-16; time last observed: 11:30; floor: 2; unit: bedroom; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling fire safety/fire escape; stairway safety; mold; ; additional information: only window in bedroom opens to a light well...is this legal egress?; Not Active View on DBI
2008-12-10 00:00:00+00:002008-12-12 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesThere are 9 tenants in this three-bedroom house. Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2022-07-12T00:00:00.000Z provide fire extinguisher type 2a 10bc or equivalent (905, 1001(n) hc) provide extinguisher(s) for common area kitchen(s). ---------- fire sectionnot active
2022-07-12T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. ***correction of violations cited in this notice may require building, plumbing and/or electrical permits. it is the responsibility of the owner to obtain (or have others obtain) any required permits before beginning work that requires permit(s). when applying for a permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. you must have the proper permit signed-off and finalized before the housing insp. returns in order for this violation to be abated.*** other sectionnot active
2022-07-12T00:00:00.000Z clean or sanitize (1306 hc) provide carpet cleaning for common area hallways throughout building; provide invoice to insp. at time of re-inspection. location: common area hallways ---------- sanitation sectionnot active
2022-07-12T00:00:00.000Z provide approved clothes dryer ventilation (504.3.1 umc, 1001(g) hc) clothes dryer is not properly vented to the exterior of the building. provide approved dryer vent that terminates on the outside of the building. obtain all applicable permits with sign-offs. note: must have all building, plumbing, or electrical inspection sign-off before contacting housing inspection for final re-inspection. ---------- plumbing and electrical sectionnot active
2022-07-12T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. subject property located at 542 grant ave. common areas. building sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

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Building Permits

Permit records for 540-542 Grant Ave.

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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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