1560-1564 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-unit, one-story multi-family residential building at 1560-1564 Cortland Avenue in Bernal Heights, owned by the Dante and Mary Giosso Family, has faced several significant health and safety challenges in recent years. Most notably, between July 2023 and November 2023, the building was cited for multiple violations including weather proofing issues, concerns related to lead-based paint, and several fire safety violations such as problems with fire extinguisher maintenance and structural maintenance. A comprehensive periodic health and safety inspection conducted in January 2024 revealed additional concerning issues, including the need for a security viewer installation, building address identification, and problems with combustible storage.

The building's fire safety record shows persistent maintenance challenges, with multiple violations recorded between 2006 and 2024, including issues with sprinkler/standpipe systems and combustible materials. Historical records show that the building underwent reroofing in 2004 and an underground service conversion was completed later that year. More recently, the property has been the subject of several 311 calls in 2024 regarding various issues such as garbage and debris, sidewalk parking, and noise.

The building has experienced recurring problems with fire safety equipment and general maintenance requirements, as evidenced by multiple violation notices between 2018 and 2024. While some issues have been resolved promptly (as indicated by "Condition Corrected" or "Abated" statuses), the pattern of violations suggests ongoing maintenance and safety challenges. The building's age (constructed in 1968) and mixed history of permit compliance and maintenance responsiveness are important considerations for current and prospective tenants.