859-865 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building at 859-865 Union Street in Russian Hill, owned by Harvey Chan, was constructed in 1909 and has undergone several significant maintenance and safety inspections over the past 23 years. Recent building improvements include a complete re-roofing project (completed in 2017 at a cost of $11,200) and the installation of a natural gas direct vent fireplace in 2018. The property has experienced recurring fire safety inspections, with recent concerns in July 2023 regarding extinguishers that were corrected by August 2023.

Other fire safety issues were noted in 2016 (electrical systems) and 2017 (extinguishers), all of which were addressed. The building's maintenance history reveals some persistent issues affecting resident comfort, particularly a 2010 complaint documenting multiple problems including mold, paint degradation, roof leaks, window functionality issues, leaking faucets, and inadequate kitchen ventilation. While this complaint was marked as "Not Active" after investigation, it highlights historical maintenance challenges.

The property has experienced periodic infrastructure work including street space permits (most recently in 2018) and a notable plumbing issue in 2018 involving a natural gas fireplace installation. Routine housing inspections were conducted in 2000 and 2005 with no significant issues reported. Recent years (2020-2023) have seen various minor exterior issues addressed through 311 calls, primarily relating to street cleaning, parking enforcement, and lighting concerns. The building's location has experienced typical urban challenges including illegal postings and parking violations, though these are not directly related to building conditions.