530 Central Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117

The two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 530 Central Ave, constructed in 1924 and currently owned by Peter E. Romero, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most concerning is an active complaint filed in December 2024 regarding heating and electrical problems, structural concerns, and unpermitted work.

The building has a documented history of heating system problems, with multiple "no heat" complaints filed in 1994 and 2024 showing an ongoing pattern of HVAC issues. Recent maintenance includes a $19,800 re-roofing project scheduled for 2024 and a completed window replacement project in 2019 that upgraded 12 windows to match current standards. The building has undergone several important infrastructure upgrades, including a complete copper piping replacement for all units in 2008 and a 200-amp electrical service upgrade in 2005. The property has been subject to regular fire safety inspections and corrections, with issues noted in 2022 regarding alarm systems and extinguishers, as well as multiple smoke detector activations and false alarms recorded over the years, though these incidents resulted in no civilian injuries.

Elevator-related incidents have also been recorded, including a victim removal in 2014 and several defective elevator calls. The building's location has experienced various neighborhood issues typical for urban environments, including abandoned vehicles, sidewalk parking violations, and waste cleanup needs, though these are generally not directly related to the building's condition. The property has undergone several permitted improvements over its history, including an 1987 code compliance upgrade, though some earlier permits, such as a 1992 re-roofing permit, are now expired. While many maintenance and safety issues have been addressed promptly, the recent heating and electrical concerns from December 2024 and the building's historical heating system challenges warrant attention.