1649-1655 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The property at 1649-1655 Divisadero Street is a two-story, mixed-use building constructed in 1875, containing four residential units and ground-floor commercial space. The building has undergone several significant changes in recent years, most notably its conversion to include a cannabis retail operation, "Megabud," that received conditional use approval in 2020. This conversion involved substantial tenant improvements between 2021-2022, including accessibility upgrades and the installation of an illuminated wall sign.

The property has experienced multiple maintenance challenges, with concerning water damage and mold issues documented in 2023 and 2016-2022, affecting both residential and commercial spaces. These water-related problems resulted in multiple building violations, including concerns about water damage, mold, and lead paint, though most were officially abated by June 2022. The building's maintenance history shows various infrastructure improvements over the years, including plumbing updates (main water pipe replacement in 2012-2013, installation of an ADA bathroom in 2014), electrical system upgrades, and fire safety system maintenance.

Fire alarm system activations have been recorded regularly, though these have generally been unintentional (e.g., smoke detector or alarm system activations with no fire incidents). The property has also faced some construction-related issues, with complaints in 2022 regarding unauthorized early morning and late-night work hours during business establishment. The building's age and mixed-use nature have required ongoing maintenance and upgrades, as evidenced by numerous building, plumbing, and electrical permits over the years, including recent cooling system installations (2022) and various tenant improvements. While many past violations and maintenance issues have been addressed, the recurring nature of water-related problems suggests this remains a persistent challenge for the property.