2950 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

2950 Van Ness Avenue is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building located in Russian Hill, owned by C & L Capital Group LLC. Built in 1925, the property has undergone significant safety upgrades in recent years, including a mandatory seismic soft-story retrofit completed in 2019 (Tier 3), and a major $24,200 fire alarm system upgrade in 2024 to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas.

The building's infrastructure has been maintained with multiple boiler system updates, including the latest replacement completed in 2020, though there have been some permit renewal issues as noted in 2018 complaints. The property has experienced various maintenance and safety-related issues over the years, particularly during the early 2000s when multiple heat and fire safety violations were recorded, including problems with the heating system and fire escape ladder. More recent concerns include a 2024 complaint about blistered, peeling paint on the building's north face.

The building's common areas have had past lighting issues, particularly noted in complaints from 2012, and there was a notable incident in 2014 involving heating system problems that required intervention. The property has maintained active compliance with safety regulations, as evidenced by the prompt resolution of fire code violations and regular maintenance of essential systems. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to external issues such as parking violations, graffiti, and street cleaning matters rather than building-specific problems.