821 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94108
821 Pine Street is a three-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1922 in the Downtown neighborhood. The property has undergone several significant safety and maintenance interventions over the years, with particular attention to seismic safety through a completed soft-story retrofit in 2015 (Tier 2) costing $105,700. In early 2016, comprehensive renovations were executed in units B and C, including structural work, rewire, plumbing updates, and kitchen and bathroom remodels, with permits totaling $60,000.
The building has a history of fire safety-related issues, with multiple fire code violations documented annually from 2018 through 2024, including recent violations in August 2023 and 2024 related to fire alarm system maintenance and other safety features. Between 2000 and 2024, the building experienced various maintenance concerns, including a sewer backup (2010), lack of hot water (2008), and plumbing issues leading to water damage in adjacent units. Recent general maintenance issues were documented in April 2024, which appear to have been addressed by May 2024. The building's maintenance and violation history indicates ongoing attention required for fire safety systems, though many historical violations have been abated.
Recent plumbing and general maintenance issues were promptly addressed, and significant structural improvements have been made, including the soft-story retrofit. The property has experienced typical urban challenges as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding street cleaning and debris removal in the surrounding area throughout 2023 and 2024. The building's documented fire incidents show occasional kitchen-related fires (two instances of confined cooking fires recorded) and several false alarms, though fortunately with no reported civilian injuries. While the property appears to be actively maintained with recent updates and repairs, the recurring nature of fire safety violations suggests this remains an ongoing area of compliance focus for management.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 12 |
|---|---|
| Year built | 1922 |
| Total area | 8865 sq ft |
| Floors | 3 |
| Tax Abatements | None |
| Building Class | A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units |

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