2543-2545 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 2543-2545 24th Street is a two-story mixed-use building constructed in 1900, consisting of a ground floor commercial space and a second-floor residential unit. The building has undergone significant renovation work since 2012, with several major projects aimed at addressing various code violations and improving the property. In 2013-2015, the building faced serious issues including illegal demolition work, lead paint concerns, plumbing problems, and multiple code violations related to inadequate lighting, heating, security, and building maintenance.

These violations resulted in various permits and work orders, including structural reinforcement work, electrical upgrades, and plumbing improvements totaling over $120,000. Recent historical records show a pattern of renovation activity peaking around 2016-2017, when numerous improvements were completed including bar remodels, bathroom renovations, window replacements, and siding repairs, with particular attention to addressing earlier code violations. The property has experienced recurring issues with vacancy, graffiti, and debris, with multiple complaints filed between 2015 and 2018. Most notably, active complaints from January 2025 report issues with graffiti on the commercial portion of the building.

The most recent planning records indicate attempts to maintain the building's legal non-conforming bar use status under Planning Code Section 183, with recommendations for ABC license approvals as part of the bar use renovation projects. The building's permit history shows substantial investment in addressing building safety and habitability issues, particularly during the 2013-2017 period, with completed permits for extensive plumbing, electrical, and structural work. Recent activity has decreased significantly, with active complaints in early 2025 primarily related to building maintenance and unauthorized use issues. The most recent permits and planning activities suggest ongoing efforts to maintain bar use compliance, though the building's current condition and vacancy status remain concerning, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for graffiti removal and abandoned furniture in recent months.