2921-2923 20th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 2921-2923 20th Street is a 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building with commercial space, built in 1908 and currently owned by the Yacub N Totah Living Trust. The building underwent significant commercial space improvements in 2012-2013 when a deli café was installed, including kitchen hood installations, electrical rewiring, and plumbing upgrades. Major renovations continued through 2014 with a kitchen remodel, electrical updates, and furnace replacements across multiple units.

Most recently, in May 2023, accessibility improvements were initiated with the installation of handrails and automatic door openers, though these permits are still in a filed status. The property has a concerning recent complaint filed in October 2023 regarding a vacant commercial space, which remains active as of October 2023. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over its history, most notably a serious stairway deterioration problem in 2004 that was classified as a life hazard but was abated within several months. A 2014 complaint revealed multiple interior issues including mold, damaged surfaces, and the need for smoke detectors, though these were subsequently addressed.

Recent maintenance work includes an electrical upgrade in December 2024 with the installation of new breaker systems. The building has maintained active compliance with major systems, with records showing regular updates to essential services including plumbing, electrical, and safety systems. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing code violations and system upgrades, though with some periods of deferred maintenance evident in historical complaints. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 and early 2025 have primarily involved public space issues outside the building, including street cleaning and parking concerns.