2085 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The 58-unit apartment building at 2085 Bush Street in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood, built in 1974, has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around water intrusion, heating system failures, and fire safety compliance. A sequence of tenant complaints from 2021 through 2023 have highlighted recurring problems with the heating system, including reports of no heat during winter months, moisture issues potentially indicating mold concerns, and various plumbing problems.

Notable recent incidents include multiple complaints about water intrusion in 2022, significant service requests regarding heating system failures, and issues with doors requiring attention to fire safety standards. The building has also faced challenges with its fire safety systems, including multiple violations and complaints between 2018 and 2024 regarding sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and extinguisher maintenance, though most violations appear to have been addressed. The property has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years, including emergency dry rot remediation work in 2020, replacement of domestic boilers (2015), storage tanks (2014), and other mechanical systems maintenance.

Historical records show earlier maintenance history including reroofing work in 2001 and repairs to exterior water damage in 1988. Recent fire safety inspections in 2024 found no merit in complaints regarding alarm systems, extinguishers, and sprinkler systems, though a violation was issued in October 2023 related to sleeping area requirements. While some structural elements have received attention, including repairs to balconies, the frequency and nature of maintenance complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort.