875 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 18-unit, six-story multi-family residential building at 875 Sacramento Street, owned by Shan Nain Benevolent Assn, has a history dating back to its 1926 construction. The building has undergone several significant improvements, with the most recent being a fire alarm system upgrade in August 2023 that included new low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet safety requirements. A notable recent incident occurred in October 2023 when a disabled tenant experienced elevator issues that were described as life-threatening, highlighting ongoing accessibility concerns that have been documented since at least 2015.

The property has faced recurring fire safety violations, with multiple violations related to the alarm system, extinguisher maintenance, and sleeping area requirements between 2018 and 2024. These issues seem to have been generally addressed through compliance actions, though as of October 2024 there remains an open violation regarding sleeping area requirements. Historical maintenance records show various improvements, including a 2009 renovation of unit 401's bathroom and kitchen, but several older permits from the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s are marked expired.

The building has experienced multiple elevator outages affecting disabled and senior residents, persistent intercom system failures, and security-related violations, though many of these issues appear to have been resolved through compliance actions or repairs. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 primarily relate to parking issues and street cleaning matters outside the building. While the building has faced multiple regulatory challenges over the years, many have been addressed through various compliance processes, though some ongoing concerns remain regarding elevator accessibility and fire safety systems.