851-855 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 851-855 Greenwich Street in Russian Hill, built in 1907 and owned by Louie Shee Fong Revoc Tr, has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements over recent years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory Soft Story retrofit in 2019 (Tier 3) with a cost of $62,000, addressing important earthquake safety requirements. The building has also faced maintenance challenges, including a serious incident in July 2021 when deteriorated wood stairs were reported to be unsafe, leading to a $10,000 repair project.

This followed a history of stair-related issues documented in multiple permits, including a 1991 repair of rear stairs and structural treads. In 2020, the property underwent additional improvements with the installation of a new trench drain and garage lighting upgrade. The building's maintenance history reveals recurring issues with water damage and stairs, dating back to 1998 when a leaky roof caused mold and mildew problems.

A series of violations documented in 2005-2008 highlighted concerns about fire safety, including smoke detector requirements and egress obstructions at wooden stairs. More recent improvements include a completed reroofing project from 2011 and various facade repairs. The building has maintained compliance with recent housing regulations, as evidenced by the successful completion of its Soft Story retrofit and the resolution of multiple housing inspections, though it has a documented history of needing prompt attention to safety concerns and structural maintenance. The most recent interaction with the Rent Board in October 2023 involved a fee housing inventory request that required clarification of unit counts and exemption processes.