700-702 46th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The property at 700-702 46th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond district is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1948, currently owned by Leanne Tse. The building has a complex history of violations and repairs, with the most pressing current issue being active lead paint concerns as of September 2024, with violations for peeling paint and potential lead hazards generating recent Notices of Violation (NOV) issued in September 2024 and a final warning letter in November 2024. A significant historical violation from 2006 involved an unauthorized dwelling unit at the rear of the garage, which led to multiple enforcement actions and permits in 2011 aimed at legalizing ground floor modifications, including bedroom additions and bathroom relocations, along with related plumbing and electrical work.

The building has undergone several substantial renovations and improvements over the years, including the installation of three new furnaces (2011), various ground floor remodeling projects (2011), and bathroom/kitchen renovations (2000). Earlier improvements included the installation of aluminum windows (1989) and a major exterior repair project in 2000 involving scaffolding, internal wall repairs, and stucco work. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding exterior paint, with complaints filed in 2021, 2022, and most recently in 2024.

There have also been multiple complaints regarding parking violations in the surrounding area, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls between 2022 and 2024, though these are not directly related to the building's condition or management. The current active violations and maintenance history suggest ongoing challenges with exterior upkeep, particularly regarding paint maintenance and compliance with housing safety standards. The building's historical violations related to illegal dwelling units and unauthorized modifications have been addressed through various permits and corrections, though the recent lead paint violations indicate continuing maintenance challenges. The property has been subject to regular building inspections and code enforcement actions, illustrating an active oversight history by local authorities.