7-9 Central Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 7-9 Central Avenue is a two-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1906, currently owned by the Joseph S Lerer Revocable Trust. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues, most notably in 2018 when multiple violations were documented regarding fire safety, building maintenance, and general dilapidation. These violations included problems with smoke detectors, handrails, fire escape equipment, electrical outlets, and fire extinguishers, all of which were eventually addressed by September 2019.

The property also had issues in 2020 related to unauthorized water heater and furnace installations that were resolved by June 2020, followed by proper permitting work in May 2020. Earlier maintenance work was performed in 2006 to replace rear exterior stairs and floor joists, indicating ongoing attention to structural elements. Recent records from 2024-2025 show primarily external issues such as graffiti, abandoned furniture, and illegally parked vehicles near the property, with some still open matters including a missing side sewer vent cover reported in October 2024.

The building has a documented history of various inspections, both routine and responsive to complaints, dating back to 1997, showing consistent oversight of the property. While there have been three recorded fire incidents near or at the property, including a malicious false alarm and two unintentional causes, none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent inspections and complaint resolutions suggest that while the building has faced numerous challenges, most major safety issues have been addressed through proper channels and permits.