28-34 Highland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building at 28-34 Highland Avenue in Bernal Heights, constructed in 1915, has undergone significant renovations and faced several challenges in recent years. Between 2014 and 2016, substantial improvements were made to the property, including comprehensive unit renovations in apartments #28, #32, #30, and #34 involving bathroom additions, kitchen remodels, and various utility upgrades. Most notably, the building received new tankless water heaters for units #28, #32, and #34 in 2016, along with various plumbing and electrical improvements totaling over $300,000 in permitted work.

However, the building experienced some serious issues in 2015. A cluster of violations was documented in August 2015, including problems with smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, egress obstructions, sanitation issues, and concerns about lead paint, all of which were abated by September 25, 2015. There were also reports of fungus and beetle damage requiring repairs to the rear porch and stairs, as documented in a January 2016 permit. Complaints filed in July-August 2015 revealed tenant concerns about construction impacts, including plumbing work without proper permits, removal of a space heater vent, and living conditions during extensive building renovations.

The property underwent multiple routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services during this period, and an unusual incident involving a smoke scare was recorded with no civilian injuries reported. The building's maintenance record shows attention to upward alterations, including water heater upgrades and bathroom additions. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 primarily concerned street cleaning and maintenance issues, as well as occasional reports of encampments in the vicinity, though most were resolved or closed due to insufficient information. While the property has undergone substantial improvements since 2016, it's worth noting that many of the recent building violations were resolved within approximately two months of being reported, indicating responsive management to urgent safety and maintenance issues.