40 Rutland St, San Francisco, CA 94134

The property at 40 Rutland Street in Visitacion Valley, owned by the Tonna Revoc Trust Dtd 11/13, is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1920, containing two units in a flat and store configuration. The building has undergone numerous significant modifications and faced several regulatory challenges over the years. Most notably, there were substantial unauthorized modifications in 2010-2011 when the commercial space was converted into two residential units, creating violations related to illegal unit conversion, unauthorized electrical work, and unauthorized plumbing modifications. These issues were partially addressed through subsequent permits, including a 2023 filing for upgrades to bathrooms and kitchens in all four units.

Current active violations as of December 2021 involve the conversion of an accessible bathroom into an unauthorized kitchen. More recently, in August 2024, complaints were filed regarding an illegally installed box roof drain scupper above a unit entrance causing water flow into the public right-of-way. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including electrical service upgrades (2008), bathroom renovations, and various repair works, though these have sometimes been prompted by violations or complaints. Historical records indicate some fire safety concerns, including blocked exits and hazardous materials incidents in 2013 and 2015, though these were resolved promptly.

Tenant buyout records from 2016 and 2018 suggest previous unit relocation activity, with buyout amounts of $20,000 and $10,000 for two and one tenants respectively. The property has a documented history of tenant complaints and repair requests through 311 calls, particularly relating to garbage and debris issues on the property (most recently in early 2025), though these are primarily external maintenance concerns. The building's complex history of unauthorized modifications and subsequent attempts to rectify these issues, combined with the recent complaints about plumbing infrastructure, indicates ongoing challenges with building code compliance and maintenance. The most recent major planned improvements (as of 2023) appear to be aimed at bringing the building closer to current regulatory standards, though the status of these improvements and their impact on the building's current condition is not fully documented in the available records.