25-27 Francis St, San Francisco, CA 94112

The 3-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 25-27 Francis Street, owned by Jerry Jin Wu and Soi Chong Ch, has a complex history dating back to its 1910 construction. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, including multiple window replacements (most recently completed in 2024), a 1999 reroofing project, and a substantial ground floor renovation in 2009 at unit #25 that added a study, office, and two half-bathrooms, along with associated electrical and plumbing work.

The building faced several safety and maintenance challenges in early 2023, resulting in multiple violations including issues with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, electrical outlets, and egress obstruction, though these violations were abated by May 2023. More recently, there have been concerning reports from late 2023 about potential insect or mite infestations in unit 25, with the former tenant reportedly attempting self-treatment methods.

The property has experienced various maintenance and safety issues throughout its history, including a past fire complaint in January 2020 regarding blocked exits and combustible materials. Recent inspections have noted multiple instances of work being performed without proper permits, particularly involving electrical systems, and concerns about blocked paths of travel due to accumulated items. The building has also generated numerous service requests in 2023-2024 regarding various maintenance issues, including plumbing concerns in 2000, sidewalk parking violations, and a current complaint regarding a neighbor's toilet noise.