871-881 Turk St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The five-story, 101-unit multi-family residential building at 871-881 Turk Street, constructed in 2008 and owned by Parkview Terrace Partners L, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, the building has faced multiple fire safety concerns, with violations issued in late 2023 for sleeping area requirements, and more recent violations in early 2024 related to sprinkler system maintenance and alarm system documentation. The property has undergone various infrastructure updates, including a $300,000 mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems upgrade initiated in October 2024, and the replacement of the fire alarm system in November 2023 costing approximately $249,509.

There have been recurring hot water supply issues, with complaints filed in 2021 and most recently in January 2025, suggesting persistent problems with the building's water heating infrastructure. The building's safety systems have required multiple interventions, including a 2024 fire alarm system replacement and 2023 violations related to sleeping area requirements. Recent complaints from January 2025 indicated issues with insect infestation and multiple instances of garbage and debris problems, while a November 2023 complaint highlighted concerns about obstructed hallways affecting disabled residents.

The building's history includes several maintenance projects aimed at improving sustainability, such as the installation of a solar hot water system in 2017, though some improvements have faced compliance issues, as evidenced by a 2018 complaint regarding an expired boiler permit. The property has experienced various fire safety system activations, though these incidents typically resulted from system malfunctions rather than actual fires. Legal compliance has been an ongoing concern, with multiple open violations as of 2024 regarding sleeping area requirements and permit-related issues, though some previous violations have been addressed and closed. While the building has undergone significant infrastructure improvements and receives regular maintenance attention, the frequency of recent complaints and open violations suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and resident safety features.