2924 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The two-unit, two-story mixed-use building at 2924 Cesar Chavez Street in the Inner Mission, owned by Sun Yichun and constructed in 1915, has experienced numerous significant issues affecting both residential and commercial spaces. Most recently, in July 2023, a permit was filed to legalize previously unauthorized first-floor residential space, adding two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, and living area, while also addressing violations related to an unpermitted deck demolition.

This followed a lengthy history of unauthorized conversions, including a 2001 violation notice detailing serious life safety concerns in an illegally converted ground floor unit, including unauthorized wiring, plumbing, prohibited cooking and sleeping facilities, inadequate fire-resistant materials, and lack of emergency egress - all of which were not formally abated until 2022. The property has also faced recurring issues with its commercial space, evidenced by multiple vacant storefront complaints in 2019 and 2023 and an attempted but withdrawn cannabis retail use proposal.

Additional maintenance concerns emerged in December 2014 with complaints about water leaks, damaged walls, and lack of heat, while more recent 311 calls in 2023-2024 suggest ongoing problems with garbage accumulation and parking violations. Planning records indicate the presence of an unauthorized dwelling unit (UDU) was confirmed through screening, and there is noted concern about an unpermitted addition at the rear of the structure. The building's history suggests persistent challenges with unauthorized modifications and compliance issues, though recent efforts appear to be focused on regularizing and bringing the property into compliance with current codes and regulations.