816 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The three-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building at 816 Sacramento St, owned by FMH Investment, was constructed in 1908 and has undergone numerous significant maintenance and safety upgrades over the years. Most recently, in June 2023, the building received a substantial fire safety upgrade with the installation of a new fire alarm system including smoke detectors, manual pull stations, and AES radio communication monitoring modules, costing $10,000 to bring the building into compliance with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. Additional recent improvements include the relocation of heat pump units to the roof in 2018 and various electrical system upgrades in 2003, including a main service feeds replacement.

The building has a history of addressing fire safety concerns, with violations documented in 2024 (for extinguishers and exit maintenance) and 2022 (for sprinkler/standpipe systems), though most have been abated. The property has experienced periodic maintenance issues requiring attention, as evidenced by multiple routine inspections. Notable historical work includes seismic upgrades (1997), reroofing (1995), and various repairs following water damage in 2002.

The building faced several housing and fire safety violations between 2004 and 2010, particularly regarding fire escape maintenance, gas utility shutoffs, and interior surface conditions, though these were mostly abated. A complaint in 2016 regarding unpermitted construction work in the basement was filed but ultimately closed as not active. The most recent fire-related incidents were smoke detector activations due to malfunction, with no injuries reported. While there have been recurring issues with graffiti and debris around the building's exterior, as documented in multiple 311 calls throughout 2024, these are primarily external public space concerns and not directly related to the building's internal conditions.