2815 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-story, 12-unit apartment building at 2815 Van Ness Ave in the Marina district, owned by Cheryl A Li, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety events since its construction in 1924. Most recently, in 2023-2024, the building underwent important fire safety upgrades, including a comprehensive fire alarm system modification implemented in June 2023, followed by a major system upgrade in March 2024 costing $32,900 to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements.

The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with violations in late 2023 related to extinguisher service requirements and exit access to the roof, though these were subsequently abated. The property has faced various habitability issues over the years, including a water leak incident in 2021 that affected multiple areas, and moisture-related problems noted in a 2015 complaint about mold, condensation, and floor disrepair. In September 2021, multiple violations were recorded regarding weather protection, exterior cleanup standards, and lead abatement concerns, though these were all addressed by December 2021.

The building's fire safety systems have required regular attention, with multiple fire-related complaints between 2007 and 2023 regarding extinguishers, alarm systems, and blocked exits, all of which were generally resolved promptly. The property has maintained compliance with major safety requirements, as evidenced by the recent fire alarm system upgrades and the abatement of various building violations, though there have been periodic issues with maintaining exterior and shared space conditions that have required attention. Recent months have seen multiple 311 calls related to street cleaning and parking enforcement, though these issues are more related to the surrounding area than the building itself.