538 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 538 Valencia Street in Mission Dolores, owned by the Chang/huey Family Trust, was constructed in 1906 and has undergone several significant events, most notably a major fire incident in May 2013 that caused extensive damage throughout multiple units, including both kitchens. The fire resulted in a detailed repair period throughout 2014, during which the property received substantial renovations including full electrical and plumbing upgrades, installation of new furnaces, and comprehensive interior restoration work totaling over $80,000.

The building has undergone various maintenance and improvement projects, including rear stairs replacement in 2007, reroofing, and updates to residential units’ electrical systems. Recent history shows some ongoing maintenance and environmental issues, with multiple reports of graffiti in early 2024, though most have been resolved. The property experienced fire code violations in 2022 related to shared spaces, although these were either corrected or rescinded.

Building records show periodic street space permits and various maintenance permits being processed. There have been some resident complaints regarding construction timing and building maintenance over the years, including a 1995 complaint about front door security, but these issues appear to have been resolved. The building's most recent significant work was the 2014 restoration following the fire damage, and while there have been various repairs and improvements since then, there are no major recent structural or safety concerns on record.