600 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 600 Ellis Street property, a 6-story, 39-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1924 and currently owned by Hyde Street Holding Co LLC, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety upgrades in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, the building is scheduled for facade repairs costing $150,000 to address spalling, surface cracks, and facade coating. The building's fire safety systems have received particular attention, with upgrades in 2018 including the installation of a new manual wetted dry standpipe system, and earlier improvements to the fire alarm system in 2015 that added horns in units. The building has experienced recurring elevator issues, with multiple complaints about malfunction and safety concerns between 2017-2018, though some technical upgrades were implemented, including electrical system improvements in 2016.

A series of health and safety complaints and violations have been documented over the years, with more recent issues including fire safety concerns in 2024 regarding sleeping area requirements and standpipe systems. Earlier violations addressed include electrical system corrections in 2014, plumbing upgrades in 2016, and various maintenance works such as bathroom remodeling in unit 100 (2006), storage room repairs (2006), and multiple fire alarm system violations (2018-2024). The building has also faced several pest and maintenance challenges in recent years, with complaints about bed bugs, rodent issues, and heating system problems. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate continued concerns about exterior cleanliness, though these are primarily street-level issues rather than building-specific problems.

The property has a history of fire safety violations that have generally been addressed, including issues with sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and blocked exits. While some violations are marked as open or requiring correction, many have been previously abated. The building's management has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to addressing maintenance and safety concerns, as evidenced by the frequency and cost of repairs and upgrades, though the recurrence of certain issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort. Regular fire system maintenance and safety inspections appear to be a priority, with multiple recent violations relating to fire alarm systems and sprinkler/standpipe requirements.