632-634 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 632-634 Cortland Avenue in Bernal Heights is a two-unit, mixed-use building constructed in 1908, currently owned by George Tsiplakos. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the past decades, with the most recent major work being a water heater installation in May 2024. The building received a voluntary seismic retrofit in 2017, though this was subsequently revised in 2018 to eliminate work on the upper story, while earlier improvements included a roof replacement in 2008 and substantial electrical work that same year comprising the installation of multiple lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, circuits, and a panel.

The property has a documented history of maintenance issues and code violations, particularly during the 2004-2006 period, when multiple interior surface problems were reported, including plumbing leaks, mold, deteriorated wood structures, heating system issues, and various window problems. These violations were ultimately abated by February 2009. Between 2006-2008, there were unauthorized renovation activities that led to complaints about missing permits for unit remodeling and electrical/plumbing work, which required subsequent proper permitting and inspections to resolve. The building's plumbing systems have received regular attention, with several updates including backflow assembly replacement (2016), house trap replacement (2016), and grease trap installation (2014).

Recent building maintenance issues have included water-related problems, as evidenced by 311 calls for sewage discharge and water main issues in late 2024, though these were promptly addressed by city services. The property is currently undergoing consideration for an AT&T Wireless Telecommunications Services facility, with a proposal for roof-mounted antennas, though previous similar applications have been withdrawn. The building's commercial component has held various permits over the years, including those for a Type 41 ABC license and limited live performance use, indicating its mixed-use character combining residential and commercial space. The property has experienced multiple parking-related incidents and urban maintenance issues in the vicinity, as shown by recent 311 calls, although these are external to the building itself.