240-242 Joice St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The three-story, multi-family residential building at 240-242 Joice Street in Nob Hill, owned by Chen Min Hui, was constructed in 1908 and contains two units. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and safety-related issues over recent years. In 2023, a violation was issued regarding sleeping area requirements, and in 2022, there were issues with exit maintenance that required correction.

The building has experienced repeated fire safety concerns, with multiple violations related to alarm systems and multiple fire code violations documented in 2017, when the fire department noted problems including blocked exits and electrical systems issues. The property has seen consistent maintenance work, including exterior stair demolition and replacement projects in 2021 and 2022, with associated permits totaling $20,000, though a 2020 complaint was filed regarding work done without proper permits. The building has experienced ventilation issues, particularly in 2018 when there were complaints about a defective dryer vent extending to the property line.

More recently, in 2024, there were reports of rodent or insect infestation, and various parking violations have been documented in the surrounding area throughout 2024, though these are not directly related to the building's condition. The building has a history of false alarm issues with the fire alarm system, with several recorded incidents showing smoke detector activation or alarm system activation without actual fire events, though thankfully resulting in no civilian injuries. While most historical fire violations have been resolved, there remain open violations requiring attention.