2055-2059 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 3-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2055-2059 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, owned by the Mai Jean Lee Survivors Trust, has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects since its construction in 1910. Most notably, from 2021 to 2022, the property experienced multiple concerning issues, including active building violations for rodent infestation and roof weatherproofing problems (filed March 2022), and unpermitted construction work regarding dry rot repairs (July 2021) that required subsequent permits and repair work totaling over $8,000.

During this same period, there were serious concerns about lead paint handling, particularly during staircase repairs, and multiple complaints about improper construction practices and debris management. The building has received various improvements in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring in May 2022, when a kitchen renovation was completed that included cabinet replacement, new countertops, electrical updates, and plumbing modifications at a cost of $18,000.

The property has also seen attention to safety and compliance issues, with multiple electrical permits issued in 2011 for stove-related electrical work, and a furnace replacement in 2011. Historical records show the building has faced recurring maintenance challenges, including windows painted shut (2006), faulty electrical systems (2010), and various structural and safety concerns including stairway repairs and lead paint issues. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate ongoing challenges in the surrounding area, with multiple reports of garbage and debris requiring municipal response, though these appear to be external to the building itself.