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261-265 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102

5
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
120
311 Calls
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

20
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 20% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The 48-unit, 6-story apartment building at 261-265 Fell Street in Hayes Valley, constructed in 1927 and currently owned by 265 Fell Street LP, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring elevator problems, with multiple complaints in late 2024 (November-December) regarding the elevator being out of service since November 1, 2024, affecting disabled residents.

In addition, there is an open fire violation from December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements. The building has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years, including a complete electrical panel upgrade in 2007 to a circuit breaker system, installation of fire sprinklers in 1986, and several building maintenance projects in the early 1990s addressing soffit repair, parapet work, and storage space modifications. Recent maintenance concerns include multiple sewage backup incidents in December 2024, work without proper permits in July 2024 involving window coverings on the west side of the building, and a heating system issue in December 2022.

The property has a history of fire safety concerns, with multiple fire code violations documented between 2019 and 2023, though most were resolved promptly. Past building improvements have included a roof replacement (1995), lighting fixture installation (1997), and various structural repairs, with records indicating periodic attention to building systems maintenance. The building's recent history shows ongoing challenges with elevator reliability and fire safety compliance, along with some maintenance response delays affecting resident comfort and safety.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Hayes Valley.

Building Characteristics

Total units 48
Year built 1927
Total area 30000 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more
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Key Building Statistics

5
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
0
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
120
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
0
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 261 Fell St, San Francisco CA 94102
  • 265 Fell St, San Francisco CA 94102

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261-265 Fell St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
265 Fell Street Lp58 Condon Court San Mateo CA 94403

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261-265 Fell St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 261-265 Fell St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-29 10:08:18+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrishuman_waste_or_urine Closed
2025-07-17 07:53:47+00:00 Graffiti Private PW - Street and Environmental Servicesnot_offensivesidewalk_in_front_of_property Open
2025-07-16 10:18:51+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation Center - IndividualNoneNone Closed
2025-06-24 08:56:58+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisfurniture Closed
2025-06-23 08:58:43+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation CenterencampmentNone Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2024-12-02 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 22-nov-24; time last observed: 9 pm; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling disabled acc: elevator/lift; ; additional information: elevator has been non functional for well over a month and alternative housing for disabled residents has not been provided. ; Not Active View on DBI
2024-11-26 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 22-nov-24; time last observed: 9 pm; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling disabled acc: elevator/lift; ; additional information: elevator has been non functional for well over a month and alternative housing for disabled residents has not been provided. ; Not Active View on DBI
2024-11-26 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 25-nov-24; floor: all; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling disabled acc: elevator/lift; ; additional information: elevator has been out of service since 11/1.; Not Active View on DBI
2024-11-25 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 25-nov-24; time last observed: 8 am; floor: all floors; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling disabled acc: elevator/lift; disabled acc: stairs/ramps; ; additional information: the elevator in the building has been out of service since november 1st and the landlord/owner has not followed city laws for providing safe alternative for tenants, especially those who may be disabled; Not Active View on DBI
2024-07-05 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 03-jul-24; time last observed: 10 am; identity of person performing the work: unknown, but there was a truck; floor: all floors; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; work beyond scope of permit; structural problems; work being done in dangerous manner; ; additional information: all windows are being covered on west side of the building and have been covered for the past 3 weeks with no details as to when it will finish or what is happening. the owner has provided no details on the nature of the work. i cannot see out my windows and the noise from the plastic blowing in the wind is keeping me awake at night.; Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-12-18T00:00:00.000Z261 - 265 Fell Stsleeping area requirements open
2019-01-22T00:00:00.000Z150 Oak Stexits/obstructions abated
2019-01-22T00:00:00.000Z150 Oak Stsprinkler / obstructions abated
2019-01-22T00:00:00.000Z150 Oak Stexits / doors unlock on alarm abated
2019-01-22T00:00:00.000Z150 Oak Stexits / storage in pathway abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2024-09-17 00:00:00+00:00412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)None0
2023-02-03 00:00:00+00:00746 Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CONone0
2020-06-07 00:00:00+00:00743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentionalNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 261-265 Fell St.

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Electrical Permits

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