725-727 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 725-727 Van Ness Avenue property is a 31-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1925 and currently owned by Giosso Childrens Trust. The building has experienced recurring fire safety compliance issues in recent years, with three open fire violations as of 2024-12, including sleeping area requirements and previously issued citations for alarm system maintenance. There is a concerning pattern of fire safety violations, with multiple citations between 2018-2024 related to various fire code requirements, though most past violations have been abated or rescinded.

The property has undergone several significant infrastructure improvements, including water service replacement in 2016, backflow device replacement in 2011, and sewer repair work in 2008. Historical records show various construction and safety improvements were completed in the early 1990s, including the addition of fire safety features. Recent maintenance patterns show the building has required various street space permits between 2008-2017, and work was performed on the roof in 2004, though this permit ultimately expired.

The building has experienced persistent issues with its commercial storefronts, having received multiple complaints about vacancy between 2019-2023. While the property has maintained its basic functions, the recurring nature of fire safety violations and recent findings regarding alarm systems and sleeping area requirements suggest ongoing compliance challenges. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 primarily relate to street cleaning and debris issues around the property, including cases of graffiti that have been posted for notice of violations. The building's fire incident history shows several non-destructive alarm activations, though there have been two recorded cooking fires that were confined to containers, with no civilian injuries reported.