1341-1343 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94117

This two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located at 1341-1343 McAllister Street in Alamo Square, owned by Third Baptist Church of SF, has a troubling history of maintenance issues spanning several decades. Most concerning are the recent complaints from 2020 regarding falling plaster and ceiling damage, including the presence of 5% asbestos, with holes in both bedroom and living room ceilings. Earlier complaints from 2018 and 2017 highlighted problems with heating systems, safety concerns about exposed wiring, and potential wood rot in the back stairs.

Historical records from 2003 reveal a significant cluster of violations including water damage, window repairs, floor covering issues, and concerns about lead paint, all of which were reportedly abated by September 2003. The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to critical systems, including furnace replacements and duct insulation work in 2017, though many older permits, such as those for reroofing (2002), illegal office removal (1997), and dry rot removal (1994) are listed as expired. While there is one active planning record from 2021 regarding an unauthorized motorcycle repair shop operating in the garage, this may no longer be relevant given its current status as "Closed - Abated." The property has also experienced ongoing parking-related issues in recent years, with multiple reports of driveway blocking between 2021 and 2024, though these are external to the building's structural concerns.

The building's age (constructed in 1900) and documented history of maintenance issues suggest an ongoing need for careful monitoring of building conditions, particularly regarding structural integrity and building systems. The various permits and violations indicate periods of attempted maintenance and repairs, though many of these were addressed only after inspections and citations. The recent (2020) complaints about ceiling issues and the age of these repairs may warrant attention to the building's current condition and systems.