816 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 20-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building at 816 Geary Street, constructed in 1923 and currently owned by 816 Geary 15 LLC, has undergone numerous maintenance and improvement projects over recent years. Most notably, significant work is currently in progress or planned for 2024-2025, including facade repairs, window maintenance, glass replacement, and the installation of a new window sills system ($55,000), along with plumbing upgrades including replacement of tankless water heaters ($4,700). The building has seen substantial unit improvements since 2017, including kitchen and bathroom rehabilitations, washer/dryer installations, and various electrical upgrades totaling over $90,000.

A major proposed improvement is the addition of three ADU units in the basement, currently under review. The property has experienced several concerning incidents and violations that required attention. Most recently, in April 2023, Unit 1 reported multiple issues including mold, deteriorated walls, damaged doors, and inoperable appliances.

There were also significant maintenance issues in 2014 involving water leaks and unauthorized construction work in Unit 32, and a period in 2014 when the elevator was out of service for three months. The building's fire safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple fire alarm system complaints and violations documented between 2007 and 2025, though these were generally resolved promptly. Additionally, there was a cluster of building violations in 2019 relating to mold, window repairs, and appliance issues that were abated by December 2019. Recent construction and maintenance records indicate active management response to building maintenance needs, with approximately $100,000 invested in improvements between 2022 and 2024 alone, including major systems upgrades such as water heater replacements and fire safety improvements.