861 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94109

861 Post Street is a 4-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1920, currently containing 16 units, and owned by SF 861 Post Street LLC. The property has a significant history of renovation and maintenance work, particularly during 2020-2022, including multiple unit renovations involving kitchen and bathroom upgrades, washer/dryer installations, and the addition of a basement ADU. A notable safety improvement was the installation of an overhead fire sprinkler system in 2019.

The building experienced a structure fire in May 2012 which triggered building code safety inspections, and while these violations were eventually abated in 2013, they were accompanied by various other interior maintenance issues including water damage, mold, and the need for carbon monoxide detectors. In recent years, 861 Post Street has faced several recurring maintenance challenges that impact resident comfort and safety. Most significantly, there has been an extended period of elevator outages throughout 2023-2024, affecting disabled access.

Recent tenant complaints from January 2025 indicate ongoing issues with mold and heating systems. Additionally, there have been concerns about a malfunctioning fire alarm system in early 2024, though this was subsequently listed as a violation that was abated. The building has a documented history of fire safety system activations, including false alarms and system maintenance issues, with the most recent violations occurring in March 2024. While many units have undergone modernizations and improvements over the past decade, including electrical system upgrades and various unit renovations, the persistence of certain maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure.