951-953 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The two-story mixed-use building at 951-953 Geneva Avenue in the Excelsior neighborhood was constructed in 1925 and contains 4 residential units above commercial space. The property has undergone significant changes over the years, most notably a 2007 conversion from retail to restaurant use which included extensive improvements to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, specifically for a Type I hood and grease trap installation costing $100,000.

Since then, there have been multiple related upgrades including fire suppression system installations, electrical work for restaurant services, and air conditioning improvements, with the most recent significant work being related to the 2007-2008 restaurant conversion project. The building has a history of maintenance and safety issues that were addressed through permits and violations, including a 2009 complaint about improper oven ventilation from a restaurant affecting an upstairs apartment, multiple gas utility safety violations in 2000-2002, and various fire safety concerns such as fire extinguisher maintenance and smoke detector installation requirements. More recent history shows ongoing attention to building maintenance and compliance, with the property owners completing several necessary improvements, including roof repairs (1998), rear wood service stairs repairs (1995), and various fire safety upgrades.

There was a significant complaint in 2022 regarding overcrowding in the coffee shop portion of the building, which raised safety concerns about emergency egress. The building's recent history (2023-2024) shows primarily external issues such as parking violations and garbage management around the property, with no major building-specific violations or complaints filed in the past several years. The property has been generally compliant with building codes and requirements since addressing earlier violations, with most historical complaints being resolved through proper channels and permits.