3015 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 3015 Van Ness Avenue in the Marina district, owned by Polaris Property Group LLC, has undergone several significant modifications and improvements since its construction in 1923. Most recently, in 2024, the building is undergoing work to legalize an unpermitted ground floor dwelling unit, which includes the installation of a mini-split system, new electrical subpanel, and plumbing work. The property completed mandatory seismic retrofitting as a Tier 3 soft-story building between 2018-2019, which included the installation of steel strong walls, ensuring improved structural safety.

Recent fire safety improvements include the 2024 upgrade of the fire alarm system to comply with current regulations and the resolution of a 2023 fire alarm violation. The building has seen various infrastructure improvements over the years, including a new boiler installation in 2022, backflow prevention system repair in 2022, and multiple unit renovations. Historical records show a series of fire and building code violations from 2002-2003 that were all resolved, primarily related to fire safety, ventilation, self-closing doors, and security requirements.

A 2023 complaint regarding lead paint and window work raised tenant concerns about contractor certification and plant protection. Recent maintenance issues have predominantly involved routine fire system updates and unit improvements, with no major safety violations reported in recent years. The building's systems have been regularly maintained, including fire sprinkler updates, fire alarm replacements, and various residential unit improvements, indicating ongoing attention to building infrastructure and safety compliance.