2325-2329 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building with ground-floor retail (2325-2329 Taraval St) has been under ownership of Mong Tu T & Diep T since its 1946 construction. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues, most notably an April 2017 incident where an approximately 2-foot by 12-foot section of the front overhang fell, potentially compromising the structural integrity of the building and creating a pedestrian hazard. This led to multiple repair permits, including the replacement of rotted awnings ($15,000) and dry rot repairs ($10,000) in 2017.

More recently, the building has faced unresolved concerns regarding unauthorized construction work in 2023-2024, particularly related to back stairs and patio area modifications, with active complaints filed in February 2023 and September 2024. The property has undergone numerous improvements and repairs over the past two decades, including a significant electrical upgrade to 200 amps with 3 sub-meters in 2019, extensive kitchen and bathroom remodels in 2022 ($36,000), and various plumbing and accessibility improvements. These include ADA-compliant restroom upgrades ($20,000), comprehensive kitchen and bar re-piping, and bathroom installations.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to both residential and commercial spaces, particularly regarding water heater replacement, furnace duct repairs, and conservation of original features like windows and awnings. A concerning aspect of the building's recent history includes a carbon monoxide incident (though no civilian injuries were reported), and multiple 311 calls related to parking violations and sidewalk blocking in late 2024. The property remains active in both building and planning records, with various permits and case responses indicating ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts, including recent communications with the Rent Board regarding exemption status for 2025.