779 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 779 Bush Street, constructed in 1913 in the Union Square neighborhood, has undergone several significant changes and faced various compliance issues over the past two decades. Most notably, a substantial conversion project is currently filed (2024) to change the ground floor laundromat to a bar with associated improvements, including ADA restrooms and safety modifications. The property has experienced multiple ramp-related compliance issues, with several complaints and permits between 2018-2019 addressing non-compliant construction, including steep slopes, improper landings, and handrail issues.

These modifications followed multiple building violations and complaints regarding accessibility issues, ultimately leading to a completed ramp replacement in late 2019. The building has a history of fire safety concerns, with violations recorded in 2023 (alarm system), 2020 (multiple fire code violations), and 2019 (sprinkler system, exit maintenance, combustible materials), though all have been corrected or abated. A significant historical issue with roof drainage compliance (2006-2011) was resolved, and more recent complaints in 2023 suggest concerns with waste management, specifically regarding recycling bin capacity and pest control.

The property has also been subject to various plumbing and electrical improvements over the years, including bathroom additions and lighting upgrades. While there were multiple building violations and complaints between 2015-2016 regarding unauthorized drain installation and possible illegal basement units, these issues appear to have been resolved through subsequent permit applications and inspections. Recent 311 calls (2024) indicate ongoing maintenance issues, including noise and graffiti concerns, while two fire safety violations in 2020 and 2023 related to alarm systems and hardware have been addressed.