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516-528 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102

15
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
550
311 Calls
12
Permits

Risk Assessment

3
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 3% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The six-story multi-family residential building at 516-528 Geary Street, owned by SF Multifamily IV Property, contains 88 units and was constructed in 1923. The building has undergone extensive renovations in recent years, with significant work completed between 2019-2020 involving unit modernizations, including kitchen and bathroom renovations, flooring updates, and electrical system improvements across multiple apartments.

However, there have been several concerning issues, particularly in 2022-2023, including reports of a swinging historic sign posing a safety hazard, problems with wide cracks in the building, and a period of electrical outage in unit 508. The fire safety systems have been a recurring concern, with multiple violations documented between 2016-2024 related to sprinklers, alarm systems, and standpipes, including two open violations as of late 2024 regarding standpipe caps and sleeping area requirements.

The building experienced several maintenance issues documented through tenant complaints, particularly in 2019-2020, such as elevator problems, common area cleanliness concerns, and water damage. Historical records show various building violations from 2014-2015 that were subsequently abated, including issues related to fire safety, smoke detection, and window repairs. The property has maintained an active renovation schedule, with recent work including accessibility improvements such as power door operators installed in 2019 and 2022, though some renovations were reported to have been performed without proper permits according to a 2020 complaint.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 30% of buildings in Downtown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 88
Year built 1923
Total area 44365 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more
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Key Building Statistics

15
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
36
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
2
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
550
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
12
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 524 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94102
  • 520 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94102
  • 518 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94102
  • 528 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94102
  • 516 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94102

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516-528 Geary St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Sf Multifamily Iv PropertyBallast Investments Llc 49 Powell St Fl 4 San Francisco CA 94102

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516-528 Geary St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 516-528 Geary St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-31 08:01:33+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisother_loose_garbage_debris_yard_waste Closed
2025-07-29 13:46:46+00:00 General Request Healthy Streets Operation Center - Individualhomelessness_and_supportive_housinghousing_homeless request_for_service Closed
2025-07-29 08:22:44+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisother_loose_garbage_debris_yard_waste Closed
2025-07-28 10:44:07+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisother_loose_garbage_debris_yard_waste Closed
2025-07-24 09:04:04+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrishuman_waste_or_urine Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2025-01-31 00:00:00+00:002025-05-27 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesPeeling paint, broken windows, wiring in the basement, flies Not Active View on DBI
2025-01-30 00:00:00+00:002025-05-09 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesPeeling paint in the kitchen of unit 304 Not Active View on DBI
2025-01-16 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesBasement: paint job without proper containment #103: window sills (both in the bathroom and to the outside) have chipped off paint which exposes lead underneath Active View on DBI
2022-11-29 00:00:00+00:002023-05-15 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesWide cracks in her home Not Active View on DBI
2022-10-28 00:00:00+00:002023-10-10 00:00:00+00:00Building Inspection DivisionSidewalk -- business name: bell clift market - location info: sidewalk - types of issues: other (provide details above) - ada issue: yes --- an historic mid 20th century sign hanging from the second floor high above the mezzanine floor ?liquor? does swing and has swung precariously and unfettered above 516 geary bell clift market and has for the past 15 years. going against every code regulating signs for public and private used i can list the codes violations but i want you whatever you know them fix this before kill someone for memes them or that?s lost to public or private property from its fall inevitably by gravity onto the si ada issue:. (311 sr #15697875) Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. this notice includes violations of the san francisco housing code. unless noted otherwise, all violations were observed on the date of inspection at 520 geary street, in the common areas, san francisco, ca. building sectionnot active
2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z locate source of water intrusion and repair 703, 1001f sfhc the entire basement floor is covered in puddles of water. tracing the flow of water suggests the source may be the boiler. find and fix the source of the leak. on completion the basement floor shall remain dry. building sectionnot active
2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z provide junction box cover 1001e sfhc, 314.25 nec there are 2 large junction boxes, about 8" x 10", in the basement that are left without covers. openings must be effectively closed and provide protection substantially equivalent to the wall of the equipment unless covered by a fixture canopy or lamp holder. provide the required junction box covers. building sectionnot active
2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z remove the egress obstruction 810 sfhc the trash/recycle bins are positioned directly under a fire escape drop ladder. users are obstructed. permanently remove the trash bins from the area below the drop ladder. building sectionnot active
2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments important note: due to the nature of this violation, this property has been defined as a nuisance per section 1001-d of the san francisco housing code. it is the property owner¿s responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. other sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-12-27T00:00:00.000Z516 - 528 Geary Ststandpipes / missing caps abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2025-03-04 00:00:00+00:00700 False alarm or false call, otherNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 516-528 Geary St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

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Tenant Buyouts

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