106-108 Burrows St, San Francisco, CA 94134

The 106-108 Burrows Street property in Portola is a 3-story multi-family residential building with 5 units, built in 1908 and currently owned by the John C Mitchell Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant renovations and modifications over the years, with the most pressing current issues relating to multiple active building violations from December 2021 concerning unpermitted alterations and installations in the deli/cafe space, including unauthorized reconfigurations of counters and sink fixtures, removal of fire-rated walls, installation of a grease interceptor, and ventless mechanical exhaust system for deep fryers.

These violations have resulted in monthly monitoring fees and potential penalties totaling approximately $2,603.07. Recent permitted work includes the installation of a factory-built commercial cooking recirculating system (electrical ventless hood) in January 2023, and the construction of a new grease interceptor and ventless hood with deep fryers in March 2022, suggesting the property owner is attempting to address the previous code violations.

The building's electrical system has seen substantial upgrades, including a 100-amp 3-phase service upgrade in November 2022, and historical improvements such as a service change to underground and equipment upgrades in 2003. The property has experienced several maintenance-related issues in early 2025, including multiple reports of garbage and debris on the premises and surrounding area, though these appear to be typical urban maintenance challenges rather than building-specific problems. While the building has faced various code compliance challenges, recent permit activity indicates progress towards resolving outstanding violations, though the active status of the 2021 violations suggests they have not yet been fully resolved to the city's satisfaction.