538 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

538 26th Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1908 and currently owned by the Betty A Leaskou Family Trust. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance events over its history, with the most recent major work being a $20,000 reroofing project completed in December 2020.

The building experienced notable compliance issues in 2017, with multiple violation notices issued on March 3, 2017, that resulted in its designation as a nuisance property. These violations, all of which were abated by July 7, 2017, included various safety and habitability concerns such as repairs needed for stairs and handrails, seismic straps for water heaters, ceiling damage, weatherproofing issues, and installation of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The property underwent significant plumbing upgrades in 2017, including the installation of new water heaters and baseboard heaters, following the expiration of earlier permits from 2014.

Historical records from 1998-1999 indicate previous overcrowding concerns, with complaints about excessive occupancy levels being filed with the Housing Inspection Services Division, though these issues were promptly addressed within days of reporting. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep, with the recent improvements focusing on both structural elements like roofing and essential systems such as heating and plumbing. The combination of older building age and historical compliance issues suggests past challenges with maintenance and safety requirements, though recent permits indicate ongoing investment in the property's upkeep.