2854 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The property at 2854 Golden Gate Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood, constructed in 1904 and currently owned by Chu Yuen Ling. The building has significant ongoing concerns, primarily related to unauthorized alterations and safety violations, including an active complaint from February 2021 regarding an allegedly unauthorized third dwelling unit in the ground level, along with multiple other serious code violations such as unapproved wiring and plumbing, inadequate heating, insufficient emergency egress, lack of fire separation, and improper occupancy. These violations have resulted in multiple Notices of Violation (NOV) being issued, with final warning letters sent in August 2023 and a director hearing scheduled for December 2023.

The building has a documented history of maintenance issues, including foundation and wall repairs completed in 1998. Recent tenant complaints from 2020-2021 indicate serious living condition concerns, including water intrusion, mold growth, inadequate heating, and missing safety features such as smoke detectors and proper ventilation. While some violations were marked as abated in December 2023, including rubbish removal and fire extinguisher requirements, many safety concerns remain outstanding.

The property has generated multiple 311 calls in 2024, primarily relating to external maintenance issues such as garbage, debris, and toter placement, with some noise complaints also recorded. A carbon monoxide detector was activated at the property in 2023, though no CO was found and no civilian injuries were reported. The building's documented history suggests ongoing concerns about habitability and code compliance, particularly regarding unauthorized modifications and safety systems.