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201-211 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94117

2
Complaints
1
Fire Incidents
288
311 Calls
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

25
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 25% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The building at 201-211 Steiner Street, located in Hayes Valley, is a 3-story multi-family residential structure with 14 units, classified as Flat & Store and built in 1900. The Scher Revocable Trust currently owns the property. The building has undergone several significant safety and modernization upgrades in recent years, including a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade in 2022-2023 costing over $48,000, and the replacement of all Federal Pacific sub panels with Square D brand panels for insurance compliance in 2024.

The property has maintained its commercial spaces with various tenant improvements, including recent conversion of a ground floor space from retail to art activities in 2024, and previous changes from limited restaurant to full restaurant use. The building has a history of addressing safety concerns, with fire safety violations from 2019 being abated, and recent inspections in 2023-2024 showing active maintenance of systems. Notable recent issues included September 2023 violations regarding fire safety equipment and building maintenance, which were promptly abated within a week.

The property underwent major seismic upgrades, achieving Tier 4 soft-story compliance, and has maintained active engagement with building safety requirements, including regular updates to fire alarm systems and electrical infrastructure. The building has experienced routine inspections since the late 1990s, with the most recent complaint from 2023 being addressed promptly. Recent maintenance records show regular attention to both building systems and tenant spaces, with multiple plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits successfully completed between 2016-2024, totaling over $150,000 in improvements.

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 14
Year built 1900
Total area 14910 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class FS5 - Flat & Store 5 to 14 units
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Key Building Statistics

2
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
7
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.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
288
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
1
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 211 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 518 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 201 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 514 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 203 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 516 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 520 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 522 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 209 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 205 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 524 Waller St, San Francisco CA 94117
  • 207 Steiner St, San Francisco CA 94117

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201-211 Steiner St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

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

NameAddress
Scher Revocable TrustDaniel L Scher, Trustee 500 Coventry Road Kensington CA 94707

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201-211 Steiner 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 201-211 Steiner St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-29 14:50:47+00:00 Graffiti Public ATT - Graffitinot_offensivesignal_box Open
2025-07-29 14:21:47+00:00 MTA Parking Traffic Signs Normal Priority MTA - Sign Shopstopdefaced ok Open
2025-07-19 09:49:43+00:00 Sidewalk and Curb PW - Street Use and Mappingmissing_side_sewer_vent_coverNone Closed
2025-07-06 14:17:46+00:00 MTA Parking Traffic Signs Normal Priority MTA - Sign Shopno_parkingdefaced ok Closed
2025-06-16 14:03:47+00:00 Illegal Postings MTA - Sign Shopaffixed_improperlyNone Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2023-09-12 00:00:00+00:002023-09-20 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesCommon areas Not Active View on DBI
2017-12-15 00:00:00+00:002018-01-24 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesExcessiveley unsatinary. common areas haven't been cleaned in over 6 years. laundry, garbage, etc Not Active View on DBI
2016-07-07 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesRoutine inspection Not Active View on DBI
2005-04-18 00:00:00+00:002005-05-04 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRoutine inspection Not Active View on DBI
1998-02-23 00:00:00+00:001998-02-23 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRoutines. Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z 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 sectionnot active
2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z 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 sectionnot active
2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. inspector yee performed a routine safety inspection of public and common areas. chapters 1, 2, & 3 of the san francisco housing code require that the department of building inspection perform periodic health & safety inspections of residential property. this routine inspection was conducted to assure that all requirements have been met per attached routine inspection checklist. please email all photos and documents if you cannot meet in person. 201 steiner building sectionnot active
2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z 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 sectionnot active
2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfhc 420.4, 907.211 and 340.1.6.1 ) complete the 420 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 sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2019-11-12T00:00:00.000Z520 Waller Ststorage / no combustibles allowed abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2024-07-11 00:00:00+00:00700 False alarm or false call, otherNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 201-211 Steiner St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

Plumbing system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

Planning records for the property.

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Tenant Buyouts

Tenant buyout records for the property.

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