1890 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 43-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building at 1890 Broadway in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1938, has undergone several significant system upgrades and faced multiple regulatory challenges over its history. The most recent fire safety concern involves a violation issued in November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements, which remains open.

The building has experienced recurring boiler permit issues, with multiple violations filed between 2000 and 2020 concerning unpermitted boiler operations, though these were typically resolved within several months. Major system upgrades include a $25,000 fire alarm system replacement and elevator recall smoke detector installation in 2014, along with the recent modification to install low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to comply with current fire code requirements (filed October 2024). The property has a history of addressing infrastructure needs, including a 2009 complete renewal of storage tanks and boiler systems, and various elevator system improvements in 2014.

Previous incidents include a fire in 2001 that resulted in repairs to multiple units (#401, 402, 501, 502) for approximately $10,000, and various routine inspections that have identified maintenance needs such as heating system compliance and egress obstruction issues. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to system upgrades, though some violations, particularly regarding boiler permits and heating system requirements, suggest occasional lapses in regulatory compliance. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to external maintenance issues such as street cleaning and abandoned vehicles, while internal building systems appear to be receiving more consistent attention through recent upgrades and ongoing compliance efforts.