1618 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 3-story, 13-unit multi-family residential building at 1618 Lombard Street in the Marina district, built in 1926 and owned by Po Ka & Shui W Tse Revoc Tr, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most notably, the building completed mandatory seismic retrofitting in 2017 (as a Tier 3 soft-story building) and underwent reroofing work that same year. In recent years, the property has addressed multiple fire safety concerns, with three fire complaints in 2022-2023 regarding street numbering, exit maintenance, and alarm systems, all of which were corrected.

The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, including a significant 2008 incident involving a dryer fire in the laundry room due to lint buildup, which raised tenant safety concerns about the replaced appliance. Other documented tenant complaints have included mold issues, heating system failures, pest infestations, and various maintenance problems such as deteriorating stairs, insufficient hallway ventilation, and security concerns related to door access. The property has shown some responsiveness to maintenance needs, with records showing replacement of a steam boiler and tank in 2009, sheetrock replacement in 2017, and multiple building repairs.

However, there have been multiple instances of heating system problems (noted in 2002, 2007, and 2009) and various habitability issues that have required attention over the years. The building's management has addressed several routine inspections and violations, particularly regarding fire safety equipment and systems, though some older permits and complaints show as expired or incomplete. Recent years have seen several 311 calls regarding street and sidewalk conditions around the property, including reports of debris and waste, though these are not directly related to the building's internal conditions.