637-639 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 6-story, 32-unit multi-family residential building at 637-639 Bush Street, owned by 639 Bush LLC, was constructed in 1913 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety events over its history. Most recently, in 2023, there have been multiple complaints filed regarding water damage and building maintenance issues, including a water pipe burst, problems with kitchen cabinets, window sealing, shower functionality, and floor conditions. The building has a history of fire safety system upgrades, with the most recent improvements in early 2019 including a complete fire alarm system upgrade with new smoke detectors, pull stations, and monitoring modules.

Notable infrastructure work includes the replacement of seven Federal Pacific electrical panels in 2014 due to insurance requirements, elevator system upgrades in 2019, and various plumbing improvements in 2015 including water service and stack replacements. The property has experienced multiple maintenance issues over the years, including significant interior surface damage in 2008 that required repairs to walls, ceilings, and addressing water damage, as well as problems with heating systems and water fixtures noted in various complaints. There have been documented pest issues, including rodent infestations, and recurring maintenance complaints regarding building systems and interior conditions.

The building's fire safety record shows several system activations and false alarms, with the most recent violation related to sleeping area requirements issued in December 2023. While many historical violations have been resolved, the building has a pattern of maintenance issues that periodically require attention, particularly regarding building systems and interior maintenance. Recent 311 calls have primarily related to street cleaning and sidewalk conditions rather than building-specific issues.