244 Paris St, San Francisco, CA 94112

This 2-unit multi-family residential building, located at 244 Paris Street in the Excelsior neighborhood, has a long and concerning history dating back to its construction in 1910. Most notably, the property is currently facing significant unresolved issues from late 2022, including active violations related to water damage, ceiling repairs, and inadequate heating systems that are still pending resolution as of October 2023. These problems began during a period of water intrusion that reportedly caused mold and structural damage. The building's maintenance history shows some recent efforts to address these issues, including a completed $13,000 reroofing project in late 2022, and an $11,000 repair order to address water damage and provide heat to habitable rooms.

The building has experienced multiple serious violations over the years, particularly concerning unauthorized living spaces. A major set of violations from 2001-2002 documented the unauthorized conversion of basement areas into living spaces, including concerns about inadequate egress, lack of fire safety features, and unauthorized electrical and plumbing modifications. Additional violations regarding heating systems, including a period with no heat documented in 2001-2002 and complaints about rodent infestation, were also noted. More recent complaints from 2005 and 2022 have continued to highlight heating issues and water damage problems.

The property has undergone some legitimate infrastructure improvements, including a sewer line replacement and gas houseline extensions in 2010, and various energy-related work permits. The building's recent history (2023-2024) shows numerous parking-related issues, with multiple complaints about blocked driveways and illegal parking, though these are not directly related to the building's condition or habitability. While some repairs have been completed, such as the reroofing project, the persistence of multiple active violations as of late 2023 suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's periodic heating system failures and water-related issues appear to be recurring problems, with the most recent violations indicating inadequate heat provision in occupied habitable rooms, damaged ceilings, and water damage concerns that have not been fully resolved despite attempted repairs.