1019-1023 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1019-1023 South Van Ness Avenue in the Inner Mission, owned by Garcia Agustin Cruz & Esthe, has a documented history of maintenance and compliance issues dating back to its 1890 construction. The most significant recent concerns occurred in 2013, when the property faced multiple violations including heating system deficiencies, mold problems, inadequate smoke detection, and various maintenance issues that were subsequently addressed through permits and completed work.

Between 2013-2014, the building underwent several repairs, including window replacements (March 2014), exterior staircase repairs (September 2013), and the installation of gas heaters (September 2013) to comply with housing inspection violations. The building's historical maintenance record shows recurring attention to staircase safety, with major stair repairs documented in 2004 (rebuilding rear stairs for unit 1023-a) and 2013 (repairing 5% of rear exterior staircase serving units 1019 & 1021). Other notable improvements include electrical system upgrades (2007), plumbing work to replace heating systems (2007-2013), and various exterior maintenance efforts.

Earlier violations included a 2004 complaint about stair repairs that was eventually resolved, as well as concerns about a possible illegal unit operating from the garage in 2012. The property has also experienced some external issues such as sidewalk parking violations (2020), graffiti (2014), and general cleaning matters (2015), though these are not directly related to the building's condition or habitability. While the building has faced multiple violations and required various repairs over the years, the record indicates that most issues have been addressed through appropriate permits and completed work.