40-44 Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The three-story, eight-unit multi-family residential building at 40-44 Rausch Street in the South of Market neighborhood, owned by Abraham A. and Odett Panossian, was constructed in 1908 and has undergone several significant renovations over the past decade. The most substantial improvement occurred in 2014-2015 when the basement storage area was converted into a new residential unit, followed by comprehensive plumbing and electrical upgrades including new utilities installation and fire sprinkler modifications.

In 2017, the building faced multiple housing code violations that were subsequently addressed and abated by July 2017, including issues related to fire safety equipment, electrical systems, and plumbing. More recent concerns include a 2023 complaint regarding power outages and various maintenance issues over the years such as drainage problems, which were addressed through appropriate permits and repairs, including a roof drain pipe replacement in 2017. The property has maintained an active permit history, with the most recent permit from 2018 being related to street space usage.

While most historical complaints have been resolved, including several routine safety inspections and maintenance issues documented between 2008 and 2017, there have been recurring concerns about building systems and infrastructure. The building has experienced periodic issues with community infrastructure in the surrounding area, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding street cleanliness, parking violations, and public safety concerns from 2020 through 2024. These external issues, however, are not directly related to the building's condition or management. The property has undergone systematic upgrades to address various safety and habitability concerns, as documented through permits and violation resolutions, though the persistence of certain systems-related issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.