765 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The Madison Apartments at 765 Sutter Street is a 24-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1918, currently owned by Madison Apartments SF LP. The building has undergone numerous renovations and safety upgrades over the years, with the most recent significant work being a voluntary system upgrade and LF horns upgrade to meet current fire code requirements in December 2022, costing $65,900. There have been recurring issues with the building's safety systems, particularly the fire alarm and sprinkler systems, with multiple fire complaints between 2022-2023 regarding sprinkler/standpipe systems and alarm systems, though most were marked as "Condition Corrected" or "Abated." The property has experienced various maintenance and habitability challenges in recent years, with active complaints filed as recently as April 2024 regarding common areas.

Previous complaints from 2023 noted issues with entrance lighting creating a tripping hazard, as well as the presence of holes in walls throughout all units. Historical records show the building underwent significant individual unit renovations in 2015, including major remodeling work in apartments #101 and #105, with associated electrical and plumbing upgrades. The building had a cluster of violations in 2008 related to various safety concerns including combustible storage, water damage, and fire system maintenance, though these were all addressed by April 2008.

Recent years have seen ongoing concerns about basic maintenance and safety systems, including several complaints about boiler operation, vegetation maintenance, and gas service issues between 2018-2022. The building's management has been responsive to most maintenance issues, as evidenced by the completion of numerous building permits for various upgrades and repairs, though some recent complaints about common area maintenance remain unresolved. The property has a history of various infrastructure improvements and modifications, including work towards adding an accessory dwelling unit in the basement (permit cancelled in 2016) and multiple unit renovations designed to enhance living spaces and comply with current building codes.