612-616 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 612-616 Fell Street in Hayes Valley, owned by William Weiann Chen, has undergone significant improvements and maintenance since 2013. Major renovations include multiple bathroom and kitchen remodels in 2015-2016, window replacements, and siding repairs. The building received comprehensive electrical upgrades in 2016, including rewiring of kitchens and bathrooms, installation of new panels, and addition of smoke detectors.

Heating systems were modernized with new forced air systems and furnaces. The property has a history of compliance issues, most notably a cluster of violations in 2002 related to security, fire safety, and maintenance, though these were all resolved by May 2003. More recent complaints include a 2018 noise complaint about early morning construction work and several maintenance issues in 2011 involving plumbing and electrical systems. A significant electrical safety concern was documented in 2009 regarding exposed wiring and circuit problems, which was addressed by 2014.

While there have been routine safety inspections and maintenance issues over the years, the building's systems have been systematically upgraded, with the most recent major work being a complete reroofing in 2017. The building has faced minimal recent issues, with the most recent complaints primarily involving routine urban challenges such as street cleaning needs and graffiti on public property. A short-term rental violation was recorded and resolved, and there are no active building violations as of the current date. The property's maintenance record shows regular upgrades to maintain modern safety and comfort standards, though past years had more frequent complaints related to basic services like heating and plumbing.