660 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108

660 Bush Street is a 5-story, 40-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1910, currently owned by 660 Bush Street LP. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over the past decade. The most pressing current concern is an active violation from September 2023 regarding potentially unsafe conditions with the retaining wall between 660 Bush and 634 Powell, noting exposed concrete beams with wear and corrosion.

There have been multiple fire safety violations in recent years, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirements violation issued in December 2023, and previous issues in 2022 and 2023 related to alarm systems and sprinkler maintenance. The building has a documented history of water-related problems, with complaints in 2016 and 2023 regarding leaks and water damage, including reports of mold and structural issues. Past improvements include electrical upgrades, such as the replacement of GFCI plugs and installation of new electrical fixtures in multiple units, as well as various unit renovations including bathroom and kitchen updates.

The building's fire safety system has required several interventions, including fire alarm panel replacements and addressable system upgrades in 2011. Historical violations from 2000 related to basement areas and storage issues were resolved by October 2000. Recent maintenance records show ongoing attention to building systems, though some issues, such as the retaining wall concerns, remain unresolved as of 2023.