530 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The two-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building at 530 Grove Street, Hayes Valley, owned by Bernotas Properties LLC and built in 1900, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most concerning are recent complaints in late 2024 regarding insect infestations, including ongoing ant problems and a mouse infestation that allegedly stemmed from faulty construction and renovation of new units in 2021.

The building has also faced multiple plumbing challenges, with galvanized water lines replaced in 2023 in Unit 2, and various units undergoing remodeling work including window replacements (most recently in Unit 5 in late 2024), kitchen renovations, and electrical updates to improve safety systems including smoke detectors and GFCI outlets. The property has a documented history of maintenance challenges, including a cluster of violations filed in December 2022 related to mold/mildew, an intercom system, faucet repairs, and damaged walls, all of which were abated by March 2023. Previous issues include fire damage repairs from 1997, a 1999 seismic retrofit permit, and various unit renovations between 2012-2018.

The building's safety systems have required attention through the years, with fire safety inspections noting issues with extinguishers and sprinkler maintenance in 2019, though these violations were subsequently abated. Recent records indicate ongoing maintenance work, such as the 2024 window replacements in Unit 5 and the resolution of multiple building complaints through repairs and system upgrades. The property's historical maintenance record shows periodic attention to both individual unit improvements and building-wide systems, though some persistent issues, particularly regarding pests and plumbing, remain a concern for current residents.