3805-3809 26th St, San Francisco, CA 94131

The property at 3805-3809 26th Street is a two-story multi-family residential building with four units, constructed in 1910 and owned by Lester J & Debbie C Wayne R. The building experienced significant hardship in 2018 when it suffered fire damage, resulting in a series of inspections and multiple permits for repairs totaling $52,000. These repairs included window and door installations, siding replacement, floor refinishing, and other interior work.

The building experienced substantial maintenance issues in 2018, with documented violations including problems with weatherproofing, heating systems, and hot water systems, as well as security concerns related to doors and windows. These violations have mostly been resolved, though there are some active issues regarding fire safety equipment and potential lead hazards. In terms of infrastructure updates, the building has seen several improvements over the years, including recent plumbing work for an electric water heater installation in March 2024. Prior improvements include electrical upgrades in 2018 following the fire damage, including cable replacement in the overhead service riser and gas line pressure testing.

The property underwent several use transitions, most notably converting from a non-conforming retail coffee shop to a self-service restaurant in 2012. Historical maintenance records show ongoing upkeep, including dry rot repairs to the back stairs in 2014, window replacements in 1996, and various electrical upgrades between 2004-2018. More recently, the building has faced issues with graffiti, with multiple cases reported in 2023-2024, though these are primarily exterior cosmetic concerns. The property has maintained compliance with most building codes, though there have been periodic violations requiring attention, particularly during the 2018 incident year.