134-136 Lexington St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 134-136 Lexington Street in San Francisco's Inner Mission, owned by the Cheuk Family Trust since 2002, has experienced several significant events throughout its history. Built in 1907, the property underwent a bathroom and kitchen remodel in Unit B in 2022 (with a permit cost of $26,000), representing the most recent permitted improvements to the building. The building had notable compliance issues in 2003, when multiple violations were documented including unsafe stairs, lack of handrails, electrical issues, and requirements for gas-related safety improvements; these were all resolved by January 2004 through repairs and necessary permits.

In August 2011, fire safety concerns were addressed related to fire extinguisher maintenance and combustible storage. A concerning report in August 2012 detailed possible illegal unit modifications in the basement with multiple bedrooms and bathroom facilities. The property has experienced recurring infrastructure issues in recent years, with multiple 311 calls in 2024-2025 indicating plumbing problems, including multiple sewage discharge incidents from the side sewer vent in July and December 2024.

The building has also faced environmental health concerns, with mold/mildew issues reported in January 2025 and a public health complaint in November 2024. Access and maintenance issues have been highlighted by reports of a blocked sidewalk in July 2024 and overgrown trees near communication lines (currently open as of October 2024). The building's historical violations and recent maintenance issues suggest ongoing infrastructure and safety challenges, though many earlier compliance matters have been addressed through proper permitting and inspections.