774-778 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 29-unit, 6-story apartment building at 774-778 Geary Street, owned by Geary Manor Associates LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since its construction in 1924. Most notably, there is currently an open violation regarding sleeping area requirements as of December 2023. Recent concerns include a filed fire alarm upgrade permit in May 2023 to install new low-frequency alarms to meet current code requirements, and a September 2022 issue with a balcony adjacent to a fire escape landing that required repairs.

The building has a documented history of fire safety system problems, including multiple fire alarm and sprinkler system violations between 2015 and 2023, though most were corrected when cited. There have been recurring issues with the building's heating system, with complaints about non-functional steam heat and damp walls with reported mold in early 2022, and more recent complaints about poor conditions and maintenance problems in November 2023. The property has undergone various structural and safety improvements over the decades, including parapet reinforcement in 1987, fire damage repairs in 1985, and work to address comp-abatement issues in 1994.

Recent 311 calls from late 2024 indicate ongoing concerns with garbage and debris, though most were resolved with no work needed. The building's fire safety history shows a pattern of addressing violations promptly, with most being corrected within a reasonable timeframe. Recent inspections and complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding security and general upkeep, as evidenced by the November 2023 complaint regarding poor management and tenant dissatisfaction.