2535-2539 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116

The property at 2535-2539 Taraval Street is a two-story multi-family residential building with four units, constructed in 1949. The building has a complex history, having undergone various modifications and faced several compliance issues over the years. Most notably, there was a significant period of unauthorized modifications in the mid-2000s, including the improper installation of doors between garage and commercial space, and unauthorized conversions of commercial space to residential use.

These violations triggered multiple inspection and enforcement actions between 2001 and 2007. The building's commercial space was operated as a massage establishment during this period, with associated permit issues and hours of operation modifications. Recent building maintenance records show minimal activity, with the most recent work being bathroom tile replacement in 2020. A concerning pattern has emerged in 2025, with multiple reports of water leaks, street and sidewalk maintenance issues, and garbage concerns in the vicinity, though these are primarily external to the building itself.

The property has maintained its basic residential and commercial function over the years, though there have been several routine inspections and complaints regarding heating, electrical systems, and security features which have generally been resolved. Two significant complaints were filed in 2017 and 2023 regarding unauthorized uses of space and vacant commercial structure status respectively, though these were marked as not active or closed. The building's documented history suggests periods of non-compliance with building codes and unauthorized modifications, particularly during the early to mid-2000s, though many of these issues were subsequently addressed through permits and corrections. Recent maintenance records show primarily minor interior repairs, with the most significant recent issues being related to exterior conditions and infrastructure surrounding the building in early 2025.