1681-1689 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 1681-1689 Greenwich Street, owned by Fong Fmly Tr, has experienced several notable issues since its construction in 1909. In summer 2006, the building faced significant plumbing problems when multiple complaints were filed regarding broken and defective building drains and sewer systems, resulting in blockages and overflows affecting 1681 and 1683 Greenwich.

These plumbing violations were abated within two weeks, but a pattern of maintenance concerns emerged in 2013 when a routine safety inspection uncovered multiple issues including fire extinguisher servicing needs, primary locking device repairs, and possible unauthorized habitation in the garage area. The most recent major incident occurred in 2017, when multiple complaints were filed regarding two outdoor fish tanks behind the building that were allegedly causing noise disturbances, electrical concerns, and mold growth, though these complaints were ultimately marked as not active. Recent history shows ongoing maintenance attention, with the most recent building permit issued in 2018 for a bathroom remodel costing $10,000.

The building's external environment has seen regular attention to cleanliness and maintenance, with numerous 311 calls logged in 2023-2024 regarding sidewalk cleaning, graffiti removal, and waste management issues, though these are primarily related to general street maintenance rather than building-specific problems. Two false fire alarms were recorded in 2022, but fortunately there were no civilian injuries reported in any fire incidents. While the building has experienced periodic maintenance challenges over the years, many of the historical violations and complaints have been resolved, and recent building permits indicate ongoing maintenance and improvements.