2531-2537 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 8-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 2531-2537 Polk Street in Russian Hill, owned by Ingrid Coolins, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone several notable changes over the years. The most significant recent improvement is the installation of a second means of egress stair system in 2020, which includes identical stairways at the side rear of the building servicing the back units, contributing to improved safety compliance.

In 2007, the building experienced a cluster of violations related to interior conditions, which were all addressed by April 2008 and included issues with walls, windows, floors, plumbing, smoke detectors, lighting, and paint. Three routine housing inspections were conducted in 1999, 2003, and 2006, all of which were resolved, and another routine inspection occurred in 2011.

The building's maintenance history shows a street space permit issued in 2013 and an expired reroof permit from 1994. A hazardous materials incident was recorded in 2017 relating to oil/paint/other liquids, though this was quickly resolved by street cleaning services. While the building has had its share of maintenance issues in the past, particularly in 2007, the prompt resolution of these violations and recent safety improvements suggest ongoing maintenance attention.