852-856 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit residential building at 852-856 Fell Street in Alamo Square, owned by Francisca Tapia, is a 3-story flats and duplex structure constructed in 1900. The property has a significant history of maintenance issues and violations, particularly between 2018 and 2022, with recurring problems related to plumbing, electrical systems, and general building maintenance. Most recently, serious concerns have emerged in 2023 regarding fire safety, with multiple complaints about fire alarms going off daily in the bottom unit and an unpermitted makeshift kitchen with ventilation issues.

These recent complaints, along with reports of rodents, have been documented between August and September 2023. The building had several significant repairs and code compliance issues between 2019-2022, including plumbing violations related to water heaters and general dilapidation issues that were addressed through permits totaling approximately $26,500. Earlier violations from 2014-2019 included problems with heating systems, exterior stairs, and various interior maintenance issues.

The property has undergone multiple system upgrades over the years, including heater replacements in 2008, water heater improvements in 2019, and various building repairs through the years, though many of these were in response to violation notices. Historical data from 1994 through 2009 shows consistent maintenance work being performed, but the recent pattern of complaints suggests emerging safety concerns that require monitoring. The building's inspection history shows both regular maintenance and recurring issues, with some violations requiring multiple follow-ups before resolution.