747 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 21-unit, 5-story apartment building at 747 Geary Street, constructed in 1922 and currently owned by Hyde Street Investors Lp, has undergone numerous significant improvements and faced several safety compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, the building experienced a series of fire safety violations in early 2023 related to alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, and sleeping area requirements, though these were subsequently abated. The property has seen substantial infrastructure upgrades, including recent 2023 boiler replacements, a major fire alarm system upgrade in 2019, and window replacements in 2016.

There were historical concerns about maintenance and security, with violations for heating systems, drainage pipes, and security requirements in 2002, as well as a 2015 complaint regarding unit maintenance issues including water leaks and mold. Recent 2024 active complaints focus on fire safety compliance documentation, fire extinguisher maintenance, and gas utility shutoff requirements. The building's maintenance record shows regular updating of essential systems, such as the electrical system in 2008 (including a 400amp 3-phase main underground service) and multiple gas supply modifications between 2014-2015.

Several plumbing improvements indicate ongoing maintenance of heating systems, with multiple permits issued for boiler and heater installations from 2011 through 2023. The building has a history of addressing structural and safety concerns, including seismic upgrades in 1998, parapet reinforcement in 1988, and various window replacements, though some historical violations from 2002 related to building management and maintenance coordination have been noted. Recent fire safety violations in 2023 and 2024 suggest ongoing compliance monitoring requirements, while the building has consistently addressed major infrastructure needs through properly permitted upgrades and replacements.