519-525 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 519-525 Cortland Avenue is a two-story multi-family residential building with commercial space, containing 7 units and located in Bernal Heights, owned by Sandra Yim Ying Yee Lvg Tr. Built in 1900, the building has undergone several accessibility and safety improvements in recent years, most notably the ongoing work to comply with the accessible entrance program (2023) which includes door modifications and electrical power operator installation.

The building has a history of addressing accessibility requirements and maintaining compliance, as evidenced by multiple permits for door replacement and bathroom renovations between 2020-2023, including the installation of push button operators and accessible restroom facilities. The property has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over the years, including the illegal construction of a third dwelling unit above a garage (2002-2008) which was ultimately addressed, and various fire safety concerns in recent years that were abated.

Significant maintenance work has been performed, including exterior stucco repairs (2009), window replacements (2010), and bathroom renovations (2020). The building has a pattern of recurring issues with street maintenance, as evidenced by multiple recent 311 calls regarding garbage and debris between December 2024 and January 2025, though these appear to be primarily related to city garbage cans rather than building operations. Recent fire safety violations from February 2023 regarding general unsafe buildings and LP gas permit requirements have been noted, though their current status shows as "abated." The building's history includes multiple plumbing and electrical improvements, particularly in relation to restroom facilities and commercial space modifications, demonstrating ongoing maintenance and upgrading of building systems.