479-481 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The four-story multi-family residential building at 479-481 32nd Avenue in the Outer Richmond, owned by Charu Goyal and constructed in 1923, has experienced several significant events impacting resident safety and comfort over the years. Most recently, in October 2021, there was a notable incident involving flooding and ceiling collapse, which resulted in water damage that was abated by December 2021. The building has a concerning history of sprinkler/standpipe system violations, with the most recent being a violation issued in July 2024, following similar issues in 2019, 2017, and multiple instances in 2016.

In 2021, there was also an active complaint regarding a possible illegal unit, which remains unresolved. The property has undergone several permitted modifications, including a 2007 fire escape replacement project at the rear of the building and various interior renovations. The building experienced unauthorized alterations in 2007, when a laundry area was reportedly converted into kitchen space, though this issue was subsequently addressed through a permit.

Earlier maintenance work included a partial parapet change in 2002. Recent years have shown regular streetspace permits being issued, most recently in 2019. The building's history includes several 311 calls regarding the immediate vicinity, primarily related to street cleaning and parking issues, as well as recurring fire safety system inspections and violations that suggest ongoing maintenance challenges with life-safety systems.