1163-1167 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 43-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building at 1163-1167 Bush Street, owned by 1163 Associates and constructed in 1925, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns revolving around water damage and heating system failures. As of 2023 and 2024, there were multiple complaints from residents regarding water damage, mold growth, and ceiling leaks, with the building experiencing recurring water-related problems since at least 2020. More recently, in 2024, there has been controversy regarding unauthorized modifications to the lightwell roof area.

The building's heating system has also presented serious problems, with multiple complaints in late 2022 about lack of heat affecting the entire structure. The property has a mixed history of addressing fire safety concerns, with multiple fire alarm system violations noted between 2019 and 2023, including an open violation from November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements. Historical records show various infrastructure improvements, including a solar hot water system installation in 2010-2012, wet standpipe system upgrade in 2008, and a reroofing project completed in 2014. The building experienced significant interior damage issues in 2009, when multiple violations were recorded regarding water damage, window repairs, and interior surface maintenance, though these were abated within two months.

Recent maintenance activity includes roof modifications to comply with a 2023 Notice of Violation and the installation of a backflow device in 2021, suggesting ongoing efforts to address some infrastructure systems. The property has undergone various permitted improvements over the years, including plumbing upgrades and safety system installations, though some permits have expired without showing completion. A recent planning case was closed in 2024 regarding the removal of a lightwell covering, and there was an attempted application in 2023 for a commercial use conversion that was ultimately cancelled. The building's location has generated multiple 311 calls in recent months, primarily related to illegal parking issues and occasional reports of garbage or debris, though these are not directly related to building safety or habitability.