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522-524 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

6
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
24
311 Calls
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

31
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 31% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The property at 522-524 34th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1924, currently owned by Golden State Property LLC. The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple infrastructure challenges in recent years. Most notably, issues with heating and electrical systems have been recurring problems, with violations for inadequate heating documented in 2019 and continuing electrical issues reported in 2020-2023.

A significant complaint filed in September 2023 cited concerns about a garage conversion with ventilation issues and plumbing complications, while earlier complaints from 2020-2021 documented electrical power outages affecting multiple units. The building underwent several improvements, including a roof replacement in 2017, a first-floor unit legalization project in 2019 (cost: $80,000), and kitchen/bathroom remodels in 2022, which included extensive electrical updates. The property has a history of maintenance challenges requiring city intervention, including an active electrical violation related to the fuse panel as of 2020, though some earlier heating violations were eventually resolved.

The building's systems have been updated in recent years, with a new gas furnace installed in 2019 and significant electrical work completed in late 2024 to address a notice of violation. Historical records indicate earlier unauthorized unit conversions and modifications, including an illegal in-law unit and unpermitted kitchen conversion in 2018, though these issues were addressed through the legalization process completed in 2019. The property has also experienced plumbing challenges, including a sewage backup incident in 2021, and several sidewalk maintenance issues resulting in emergency repairs. These combined records suggest ongoing efforts to improve building systems and comply with regulatory requirements, though infrastructure challenges have persisted as a notable pattern.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Outer Richmond.

Building Characteristics

Total units 2
Year built 1924
Total area 2920 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class F - Flats & Duplex
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Key Building Statistics

6
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
2
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
1
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
24
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
1
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 522 34th Ave, San Francisco CA 94121
  • 524 A 34th Ave, San Francisco CA 94121
  • 524 34th Ave, San Francisco CA 94121

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522-524 34th Ave Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Golden State Property LlcSharon C Deng 1770 39Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122

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522-524 34th Ave Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 522-524 34th Ave, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2023-09-16 14:19:00+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Animal Care and Control - GHuman or Animal WasteHuman or Animal Waste Closed
2023-04-30 07:40:00+00:00 Parking Enforcement Parking Enforcement Dispatch QueueParking_on_SidewalktxtColor - Land rover - 6RIE46O Closed
2023-03-22 11:08:00+00:00 Noise Report Noise Report QueueNoise IssueOther Closed
2022-08-01 10:44:00+00:00 Parking Enforcement Parking Enforcement Dispatch QueueOther_Illegal_ParkingBLACK - Toyota Rav 4 - 6RLE115 Closed
2022-08-01 10:33:00+00:00 Parking Enforcement Parking Enforcement Dispatch QueueOther_Illegal_ParkingSilver - Toyota Rav 4 - 6RLE115 Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2023-09-11 00:00:00+00:002023-12-13 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 08-aug-22; identity of person performing the work: sharon deng; exact location: garage; building type: residence/dwelling fire safety/fire escape; flues/vents defective; water entering building; other building; ; additional information: the owner closed off all doors and windows in garage where the gas water heater and gas dryer are located. also plumbing has too many pipes draining to one pipe and when upstairs unit uses washing machine the water backs up into our apartment; Not Active View on DBI
2020-08-11 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesNo electricity throughout the building Not Active View on DBI
2020-08-03 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesNo electrical power in the bedroom and bathroom Not Active View on DBI
2020-05-27 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 26-may-20; time last observed: 12 noon; floor: top flat i; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling broken appliances; deteriorated electrical equipment; other electrical; other housing; ; additional information: my name is robert elejorde and we rent the flat at 522 34th avenue. we have no electricity in half our apartment which means no heating or cooling in one bedroom, along with no electricity or lights in the bathroom, another bedroom and no lights in the kitchen. our landlord is refusing to fix this along with our oven and front door lock. they told us they will not do any repairs until we sign a new lease. we consulted legal aid for the elderly and the lawyer told us we were under no obligation to sign the new lease. we have told the landlord this and they keep on insisting we sing a new lease. last year they left us without heating in march for almost a month and we also had to get the building inspector involved to re Not Active View on DBI
2019-03-12 00:00:00+00:002019-04-01 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesNo heat in the unit Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-09-11T00:00:00.000Z remove egress obstruction from rear yard to street (801,1001(l) hc) at time of inspection, door from rear yard to street was locked with keyed lock. residents of all units of the building must have access from rear yard to street at all times. doors in the direction of egress travel shall not require key to open. building sectionnot active
2023-09-11T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. this department investigated the complaint at unit 524 of the subject property and observed violation(s) of the san francisco housing code which are delineated within the notice of violation issued. pertinent observations are as follows. building sectionnot active
2023-09-11T00:00:00.000Z inspector's comments it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. your cooperation is appreciated. building sectionnot active
2020-08-11T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. 522 34th avenue building sectionnot active
2020-08-11T00:00:00.000Z make necessary repairs to electrical fuse panel. 1001(e) sfhc electrical fuse panel in hallway closet, available to occupants is missing interior cover. additionally, all existing fuses appear to be 25a. replace cover and ensure correct fuses are protecting each circuit as required. plumbing and electrical sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

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Fire Incidents

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Building Permits

Permit records for 522-524 34th Ave.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

Plumbing system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

Planning records for the property.

DateProject AddressDescriptionApplicant
524 34TH AVE 94121Legalization of unpermitted unit per ordiance 43-14Liu, Vanessa
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