714-718 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The three-story multi-family residential building at 714-718 Mason Street, constructed in 1909, is currently owned by Alex Bernstein and contains three units. The property has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple maintenance issues over its history. Most recently, in August 2023, plumbing work was performed including shower surround replacement and laundry box installation.

The building previously experienced complaints about heating systems, with an active complaint from November 2014 regarding inadequate heat distribution and a more recent complaint from August 2022 citing no heat and pest infestation issues. During a 2014 violation period, multiple interior issues were documented, including problems with window sashes, floor coverings, tub/showers, walls, and the need for painting, though many of these issues appear to have been addressed through various permits and renovations between 2014-2015. Historical maintenance records show attention to structural components, including stair replacement in 1997 and reroofing in 1995, though these permits have since expired.

The building has faced several safety-related concerns over the years, including a 2005 complaint about precarious items stored on the roof and a 2008 complaint regarding a potentially unsafe cornice condition. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2025 indicate ongoing challenges with street-level maintenance around the property, including reports of garbage, debris, sidewalk defects, and encampments. While there was one false fire alarm reported, no civilian injuries were recorded. The combination of recent heating complaints, ongoing maintenance issues, and historical structural concerns suggests that while some improvements have been made to the property, there remain notable challenges in maintaining resident comfort and building systems.