545 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 79-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building at 545 O'Farrell Street, owned by 915 Folsom Street LLC, has had multiple significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, there has been a persistent problem with the building's elevator system, with multiple complaints and violations since 2022. The elevator has been reported out of service since April 2023, with the most recent complaint filed in May 2024 regarding expired boiler permits.

The building experienced a serious incident in 2017 when a fire occurred in Unit 411, resulting in extensive smoke and water damage to the entire 4th floor. In response to various safety concerns, the building has undergone multiple fire safety improvements, including the installation of fire sprinklers in trash rooms (2019), a voluntary fire alarm system replacement (2019), and various fire-related violations requiring correction between 2006 and 2023. The property has seen significant renovation work, particularly in 2018, which included kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units (111, 211, 311, 411, 315, and 511), and repairs to address violations including insulation and drywall replacement, plumbing repairs, and the installation of additional courtesy outlets.

A hydronic boiler replacement was completed in March 2020, and various fire alarm system improvements were implemented. Recent complaints in 2024 have centered around boiler permit issues. The building's location in the Tenderloin neighborhood has been subject to typical urban challenges, with numerous 311 calls regarding street cleaning and sanitation matters, most recently in 2024.