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295 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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Complaints
1
Fire Incidents
671
311 Calls
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Permits

Risk Assessment

21
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 21% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The two-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building at 295 Buchanan Street in Hayes Valley, built in 1962 and owned by Biggs Buchanan Properties L, has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 at a cost of $35,000, which included the installation of steel moment frames and plywood shear panels, bringing the property into compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements.

A domestic boiler replacement was completed in 2014, and the building's fire safety systems have received recent attention, with fire extinguisher and alarm system violations addressed and abated in May 2020. The building has a history of security and maintenance issues, particularly during the period from 2007-2008, when multiple complaints were filed regarding problems with the front gate's locking mechanism and security features. More recent concerns include an active common areas complaint filed in May 2023, and a 2010 incident involving improper cleanup of a sewer problem in the laundry room.

Historical improvements include the completion of various maintenance tasks such as reroofing (1993) and compliance with housing complaints regarding handrails (2002). The building's fire incident records show primarily non-incident activations of systems (such as smoke detectors and alarms), with no reported civilian injuries in any fire-related events. Recent complaints from late 2024 primarily consist of street cleaning issues outside the building, as documented in 311 calls.

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 12
Year built 1962
Total area 7544 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units
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Key Building Statistics

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Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
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Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
1
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
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DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
671
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
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Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
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Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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295 Buchanan St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

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

NameAddress
Biggs Buchanan Properties LSuttle And Company Llc 295 Buchanan St #Mgr San Francisco CA 94102

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295 Buchanan St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
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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 295 Buchanan St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-31 11:06:47+00:00 Graffiti Public PUC - Water Graffitinot_offensivefire_hydrant Closed
2025-07-31 11:03:47+00:00 Graffiti Public PW - Street and Environmental Servicesnot_offensivestreet Closed
2025-07-31 11:03:47+00:00 Graffiti Public PUC - Water Graffitinot_offensivefire_hydrant Closed
2025-07-28 18:17:02+00:00 Muni Service Feedback MTA - Muni Feedback Receivedcomplaint_safety_securitysafety_related_event Open
2025-07-19 12:22:46+00:00 Illegal Postings PW - Street and Environmental Servicesposted_on_traffic_lightNone Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2023-05-02 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesCommon areas Active View on DBI
2010-04-09 00:00:00+00:002011-04-15 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesLaundry room had a sewer problem. laundry room was not cleaned up properly (not disinfected). Not Active View on DBI
2008-08-07 00:00:00+00:002008-10-30 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRoutine Not Active View on DBI
2008-05-22 00:00:00+00:002008-05-30 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesLock to front iron gate is still broken and does not lock securely. Not Active View on DBI
2008-05-01 00:00:00+00:002008-05-02 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesFront gate is not locking securely. Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-05-02T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfhc 604 ) complete the affidavit provided for self certification for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, send to inspector yee at 49 south van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94103, fax to (628) 652-3709 or email the forms to dennis.yee@sfgov.org. building sectionactive
2023-05-02T00:00:00.000Z provide date tag for all fire extinguishers (905 hc) located throughout the property. building sectionactive
2023-05-02T00:00:00.000Z provide shutoff tool for gas utility shutoff (712 hc) post enclosed gas meter instructional diagram in a public area. (712 hc) located at gas meter of the property. building sectionactive
2023-05-02T00:00:00.000Z maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc) on reinspection day, property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to demonstrate the workability of the fire escape ladders. or provide a written and signed report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have been tested and are functional or you are required to lower the ladder on re-inspection day to verify its proper full release. all fire escape drop ladders must be maintained and serviced annually, particularly the cable and all moving parts. lubricate and drop the ladder at least once a year. building sectionactive
2023-05-02T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. your cooperation is appreciated. other sectionactive
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2025-03-11T00:00:00.000Z295 Buchanan Stalarm system maintained open
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2023-01-26 00:00:00+00:00113 Cooking fire, confined to containerNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 295 Buchanan St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

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Planning Records

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Tenant Buyouts

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