890 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 890 Geary Street property is a 4-story, 27-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1916, currently owned by Lipman Family LLC. The building's history reveals several significant maintenance and safety concerns, particularly in recent years. Most notably, between 2021-2023, there were multiple complaints regarding inadequate heating, elevator malfunctions, and building maintenance issues, including reports of exposed wiring, structural concerns, and problems with plumbing systems.

The building underwent a seismic upgrade in 2001 and has had various system improvements over the years, including a fire alarm system retrofit in 2008, electrical panel updates, and water system maintenance including boiler replacements in 2021 and 2018. Recent fire safety violations (2023-2024) indicate ongoing issues with standpipe systems and sleeping area requirements. The building has a documented pattern of building system failures, particularly regarding elevator service and heating systems, with multiple tenant complaints about inadequate heat and elevator access between 2021-2023.

There have been several fire safety inspections resulting in violations, though many have been resolved through correction or were found to have no merit. The property underwent various improvements over the years, including roof repairs in 2001 and 2011, and the addition of a tattoo studio in 2014 with associated plumbing and electrical upgrades. Recent complaints filed in 2023 regarding the building being a vacant structure and various maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with property upkeep and tenant comfort. The surrounding area has experienced various urban challenges as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding street conditions, though these external issues are separate from the building's internal conditions.