1-19 Banneker Way, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 108-unit Banneker Homes apartment complex, built in 1969 in Hayes Valley, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there is an open violation from November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements, and recent complaints from late 2024/early 2025 indicate persistent problems with window and door functionality, including emergency exits.

The building has a documented history of boiler permit issues, with multiple complaints in 2020 regarding renewal requirements, though these were subsequently addressed. Structural and safety improvements have been undertaken, including major concrete deck and steel beam repairs in 2017 (cost: $300,000), and the complex has received substantial solar system and electrical upgrades in 2019-2020, including the installation of multiple solar PV systems with over 300 modules and inverter replacements. Historical violations from 2004 were addressed within a month and involved various interior surface issues, including water damage and ceiling repairs.

The building has undergone several fire safety improvements, including the installation of fireproofing and fire stop systems in 2008, though there have been recurring fire safety complaints, including blocked exits and alarm system issues, most recently in 2024. The complex has also seen recent concerns about illegal units and construction, though these complaints are listed as not active. While many historical maintenance issues have been resolved, the pattern of recent complaints regarding doors, windows, and emergency systems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.