678 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 678 Broadway property is a two-story, mixed-use building constructed in 1906, containing 5 residential units over ground-floor commercial space, currently owned by Li Shao Gang. The building has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with active complaints as of 2024 regarding mold problems, window inoperability, and lack of a fire escape. These recent concerns follow a pattern of water-related issues, including leaks and water penetration problems recorded in 2019, and ongoing drainage issues noted in 2019 that remain active.

The property has undergone several significant maintenance projects, including reroofing work completed in 2007 and the recent legalization of an awning for "Good View Trading Co." as part of the awning amnesty program in 2024. The building's maintenance history reveals recurring violations and safety concerns, particularly related to fire safety systems and general building maintenance. Between 2019 and 2021, multiple violations were documented regarding water damage, egress obstruction, fire extinguisher maintenance, and sanitation issues, though these were eventually abated.

Recent 311 calls from late 2024 suggest ongoing challenges with garbage management and possible pest infestations. The property has a documented history of fire safety violations, including issues with alarm systems and extinguishers between 2017 and 2024, though most have been marked as corrected or closed. Notably, there was a neighborhood concern in 2019 regarding potential unpermitted dwelling units and short-term rental use, though this was subsequently addressed according to planning records. The building's fire incident history shows multiple false alarms and system activations, though no civilian injuries have been reported in these incidents.