5838 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112

The building at 5838 Mission Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential structure built in 1979, currently owned by Fong Lily Lee & Calvin. The property has experienced several maintenance and safety issues in recent years, most notably a water damage incident reported in February 2024 that required inspection by Housing Inspection Services due to ceiling leaks and mold concerns, though this complaint was abated by November 2024. There have been multiple fire safety violations and complaints over the past few years, including issues with sleeping area requirements, blocked exits, and problems with fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and electrical systems, though most of these were corrected or found to have no merit upon inspection.

The building's legalization of an in-law unit has been in process since 2020 under Ordinance No. 43-14, with current planning records showing the status as "On Hold." Recent maintenance issues have included a sewage backup from a side sewer vent in November 2024, and multiple reports of garbage and debris on the property between late 2024 and early 2025. Parking enforcement has been called to the location multiple times in late 2024 for vehicles blocking driveways.

The property has a history of building and fire safety violations requiring attention, though many have been promptly addressed or corrected. The most recent tenant buyout records show no activity at this address. The building's recent history suggests ongoing maintenance and safety compliance challenges, particularly with water damage and fire safety systems, though most reported issues have been addressed through inspections and corrective actions.