834 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 5-story, 20-unit apartment building at 834 Bush Street, owned by 834 Bush Street Ptnrs Lp and constructed in 1923, has undergone several significant safety upgrades in recent years. Most notably, in 2020, the building received substantial fire safety improvements including a fire alarm system upgrade and the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire codes, with work valued at approximately $38,000. The building's maintenance history shows attention to critical systems, including a backflow device replacement in 2013 and steam boiler replacement in 2009, though there have been recurring issues with the elevator system, as evidenced by multiple complaints and service calls.

The property has faced several challenges related to resident safety and building maintenance between 2007-2011, including violations regarding fire safety systems, elevator operation, plumbing issues, and lead paint concerns, all of which were eventually abated. More recent complaints from 2016-2024 suggest ongoing concerns with building security, including a notably problematic front door security issue in 2016. The building has experienced multiple fire alarm activations and elevator rescues by emergency services, though fortunately, all incidents have been without civilian injuries.

A possible illegal short-term rental issue was reported and subsequently closed in 2019. Recent tenant buyouts were recorded in December 2023, with two tenants receiving $5,000 each. The building's surroundings have faced typical urban issues as indicated by multiple 311 calls in 2024, primarily related to graffiti and sidewalk maintenance, though these are external to the building itself.