3259-3261 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 3259-3261 Mission Street in Bernal Heights is a mixed-use building constructed in 1911, containing three residential units and commercial space. The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple maintenance challenges over the years. Recent concerns include a notable pattern of plumbing and maintenance issues, with the most recent complaint filed in February 2024 reporting mold in bedrooms and bathroom leaks.

There have been multiple plumbing-related complaints and repairs since 2019, including issues with a commercial unit's ventilation hood and cooking equipment installation in 2023, and most recently, sewer-related complaints in 2024. The building underwent significant structural work in 2016, including dry rot repair, foundation work, and joist replacement due to settlement issues, with associated plumbing work. The property has faced recurring concerns about unauthorized modifications and occupancy, with the most recent active building violation from 2022 regarding an unpermitted structure on the rear lower roof.

Commercial space has transitioned from restaurant use to retail food and specialty drink preparation, with various permits issued for tenant improvements and equipment installation. The building has experienced multiple noise complaints related to commercial activity, particularly during construction periods in 2022 and recent complaints in late 2024. Historical issues include a significant structural problem in 2006 related to a retaining wall failure affecting the southeast corner of the building, though this was resolved in 2013. The property's maintenance history shows consistent attention to repairs and upgrades, with recent electrical improvements completed in 2023, including the installation of multiple electrical feeders.