615-629 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The two-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building at 615-629 Ellis Street in the Tenderloin, owned by Heavenly Dragon LLC, has a significant history of maintenance and safety compliance issues since its construction in 1909. Major structural work includes a seismic upgrade in 1998, stair repairs for dry rot in 2002, and earlier renovations such as roofing and parapet safety work. Between 2001 and 2002, the building underwent several fire safety improvements following multiple violations, including smoke detector installation, fire extinguisher servicing, and smoke enclosure modifications, with all violations eventually abated.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety concerns, as evidenced by recent complaints in 2024 and 2022 regarding alarm systems and extinguishers, though the 2024 issues were marked as "Condition Corrected" with no merit found for certain violations. Tenant complaints have raised various habitability concerns over the years, with the most recent inspections in 2024 showing no violations. Historical issues from 2004-2010 included problems with plumbing, mold, interior surfaces, and a period of possible unauthorized usage of the garage space in 2014.

The property had a notable period of exterior maintenance challenges in 2002, requiring various repairs including stairway improvements and addressing multiple building code violations. While recent routine inspections have shown no active violations, the building's history indicates a pattern of addressing maintenance and safety issues, particularly focusing on fire safety systems. The surrounding area has experienced typical urban challenges, as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding street conditions, though these are external to the building itself.