940-944 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133

The property at 940-944 Broadway in Russian Hill is a 3-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1911, currently owned by the Wu Tam Living Trust. The building has undergone several maintenance and renovation projects in recent years, with the most significant work occurring in 2022-2023, including bathroom remodels (costing $15,000) and the installation of three wall heaters in January 2023. However, the building has experienced multiple maintenance issues and violations that impact resident quality of life and safety. In late 2022 and mid-2023, there were several complaints regarding interior conditions, including lead paint concerns, inadequate heating, water damage, and ceiling/roof leaks.

Notable complaints included the discovery of peeling paint and leaks affecting backgrounds, as well as issues with an unstable secondary staircase and garage door problems. A concerning pattern of violations emerged in July 2023, citing general dilapidation, damaged walls/ceilings, and staircase repair needs, though many of these violations were marked as "Not Active" by September 2023. The building has also shown some historical renovation activity, including past efforts to install fire sprinklers and address exterior issues, with a permit from 2001 showing repairs to address dry rot in the building's front and basement areas. The property's recent history demonstrates a mix of attempted improvements and persistent maintenance challenges.

While there have been substantial investments in renovation work, particularly in 2022, many of the building's systems and structural elements appear to require ongoing attention. The building has a pattern of multiple complaints being filed within short time frames, suggesting challenges in timely addressing maintenance issues. Historical records from the late 1990s show efforts to install fire safety features, though it's unclear whether these were fully completed. The most recent building permit activity indicates continuing efforts to maintain and upgrade the property, but the pattern of recent violations suggests that some basic maintenance and habitability issues remain a concern.