24-28 Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 24-28 Rausch Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood was built in 1908 and is currently owned by Jeffrey Katz. The property has experienced multiple significant issues in recent months, with active violations filed in November 2024 including concerns about smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, structural maintenance, and lead paint hazards. There are also ongoing issues with building stairs and unauthorized exterior work reported in September 2024.

Historical records show a pattern of maintenance and habitability issues, particularly during the late 1990s, including complaints about pest infestations, plumbing problems, broken windows, and heating issues. The building underwent several renovation attempts in 2000, including kitchen remodeling and proposed conversion of the basement to a parking garage, though some of these permits were cancelled or expired. More recent maintenance history shows some attention to common areas, with completed work on kitchen cabinets, hallway ceilings, and various repairs, though many of these permits are now quite old (dating back to 1999-2000).

The property has been subject to multiple 311 calls in recent months, primarily relating to street cleaning and waste management issues, with several reports of human or animal waste and abandoned furniture. A recent routine complaint inspection (filed in November 2024) has generated multiple active violations that appear to remain unaddressed as of December 2024. Historical data shows the building has experienced regular inspections by Housing Inspection Services, with the most active complaints occurring in 1998-1999 when numerous habitability violations were documented. While some improvements have been made over the years, the recent cluster of violations and maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with property upkeep and safety compliance.