117 Lexington St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 117 Lexington St in the Inner Mission, constructed in 1908, has a documented history of maintenance and safety issues, with particular concern over basement modifications. The property experienced significant violations in 2000-2001 regarding unauthorized basement construction, including partition walls, bathrooms, plumbing, and electrical work, which remain on record as active violations.

Building safety concerns were highlighted in 2007 with multiple active violations including guardrail repairs, window maintenance, and fire extinguisher requirements that were documented during a housing inspection that year. Earlier maintenance issues included repairs to rear stairs and rails in 1989, and various building condition complaints were documented throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. More recent history (2024-2025) shows ongoing concerns with building maintenance and surrounding area conditions, particularly regarding waste management, with multiple 311 calls about garbage, debris, and abandoned appliances recorded throughout 2024.

These included reports of human waste, mattresses, and loose garbage on or near the property. There was also one documented incident of a gas leak, though no civilian injuries were reported. The building's management has responded to some issues, as evidenced by permit applications and repairs, but multiple active violations regarding building safety and unauthorized modifications underscore persistent maintenance challenges.