517-519 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The 4-unit, 2-story apartment building at 517-519 Minna Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood, owned by Esther T Li, was constructed in 1912 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. The most pressing concern is a current open noise complaint filed on July 6, 2024, which remains unresolved. Throughout 2024, there have been multiple reports of garbage and debris issues, including a case of human waste or urine on the street that was eventually resolved. Three incidents of graffiti targeting the commercial portion of the building were reported in November 2024, though these were resolved.

The building's maintenance history reveals significant past violations, particularly regarding a problematic rear exit stairway system in 2009-2010, which was found to have numerous safety deficiencies including missing hardware, improper supports, and inadequate railings. These violations were eventually addressed through several permits totaling $8,000 for stair replacement work. The property has undergone various works over the years, including a kitchen remodel in 1985 and some form of rear stairs work in 2010. In April 2022, a complaint was filed regarding a large hole in the garage ceiling and potential dry rot issues, though this was marked as not active.

Historical records from 2007 show multiple fire safety violations including egress obstructions, missing fire extinguishers, and general maintenance issues, which were all abated by 2010. More recent complaints indicate ongoing issues with the building's exterior maintenance and fire safety equipment, though these problems appear to be primarily related to building exterior rather than interior unit conditions. The building's permit history includes several social services requests, including a street space permit issued in 2015. While the property has experienced periodic maintenance issues and safety violations, recent records suggest that most major historical compliance issues have been resolved, though some recent complaints indicate possible ongoing maintenance concerns.