252-258 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-story, four-unit residential building at 252-258 Church Street, constructed in 1908, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, there were multiple complaints from Unit 258 regarding electrical safety concerns, including a lack of power access and exposed wiring with rotting wooden window frames potentially posing a safety hazard. The building has undergone various safety-related improvements, including handrail replacements on all floors in 2022, and attempts to achieve ADA compliance for the commercial entryway in 2022, though these latter permits were filed as requests for technical infeasibility.

Historical records from 2000-2010 reveal a pattern of building maintenance violations, including water damage, problems with heating systems, and electrical issues, though these were officially abated by December 2010. The property has undergone significant renovations over the years, including a substantial $58,000 remodel of Unit 256 in 2013 that included kitchen and bathroom updates, and earlier improvements to the commercial space's shower and laundry facilities in 2011. Multiple attempts were made to address various maintenance issues, including repairs to rotten wood, lighting systems, and unauthorized modifications in the basement.

More recently, there have been recurring concerns regarding graffiti and debris around the property, with multiple 311 calls in late 2024. The building's management has faced scrutiny for unauthorized modifications, with complaints about unpermitted wall removal and gas line work in 2013, though these issues were subsequently addressed through proper permitting processes. While some building systems have been updated, including plumbing and electrical systems, recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding electrical safety and building access systems.