602 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 22-unit, 5-story apartment building at 602 Mason Street, owned by Minhall Inc and built in 1919, has undergone several significant upgrades and faced various compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are multiple active building violations as of March 2024, including requirements to provide gas utility shutoff tools, maintain fire escape drop ladders, update fire alarm system compliance, and provide necessary compliance affidavits. The building has seen substantial safety system improvements, including a $36,000 fire alarm system upgrade in 2023 to comply with San Francisco Fire Department requirements, and a similar system modification in 2021.

Other major maintenance work includes a $60,000 reroofing project in 2022 and storefront marble repairs in 2019. The property has experienced several notable events regarding its commercial space, including an illegal change of use to general entertainment assembly in 2018, which was subsequently permitted through proper channels. There have been recurring concerns about expired permits and compliance issues, as evidenced by recent building complaints and violations.

The building's fire safety systems have required attention, with recent fire complaints in 2024 regarding extinguishers and alarm systems, though these issues were subsequently corrected. Fire incident records show no civilian injuries, with most incidents being false alarms, system activations, or other non-injury situations. The most recent activity in 2024 includes multiple 311 calls regarding street cleaning and maintenance issues around the property, though these are primarily external to the building itself.