575-581 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 575-581 Noe Street, owned by Cindy Tan Chen, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, particularly during 2022-2024. Most notably, there was a period of unpermitted construction work in late 2022 that allegedly resulted in serious problems including a gas stove explosion, multiple plumbing failures causing floods, and electrical instability. This work was subsequently permitted in December 2022 as part of an in-kind kitchen remodel costing $15,000.

The building has active violations from January 2023 regarding floor covering and fire safety concerns, including improper combustible storage and non-compliant smoke/carbon monoxide alarm systems. Another concerning issue emerged in 2023 with reports of rodent infestation and garbage accumulation problems, and in 2024, there were complaints about a dislodged water heater exhaust pipe causing gas exhaust leaks. Recent maintenance work includes a completed garage door replacement in June 2023 and various repairs to address historical issues such as water lines (2018) and fire safety systems.

The property has a history of structural repairs, including work on stairs (2002) and retaining wall improvements (1995). There have been multiple 311 calls regarding the property in recent years, primarily related to parking, tree maintenance, and sidewalk conditions. The building's recent history suggests ongoing challenges with maintenance compliance and resident safety issues, though some of these matters have been addressed through subsequent permit applications and repairs. The most recent inspection in August 2024 noted receipt of required smoke/carbon monoxide compliance affidavits, indicating some regulatory requirements have been met, though active violations remain pending resolution.