2943-2945 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The two-story multi-family residential building at 2943-2945 Baker Street in the Cow Hollow neighborhood, owned by Vikram Haer, was constructed in 1915 and contains 7 units. The property has undergone several significant improvements and faced various challenges over recent years. Most notably, the building completed required soft-story seismic retrofit work in 2020 at a cost of $88,000, including associated ADA compliance work. Recent maintenance includes a completed re-roofing project in August 2023 costing $19,250, and the installation of new water heaters in November 2024 to address cross-connection issues.

The building has a history of water heating and plumbing-related complaints, particularly concerning the laundry facility's hot water usage impacting residential units between 2021-2024. Multiple fire safety and building code violations were recorded in 2002, including issues with fire proofing, smoke detectors, and security requirements, though these were resolved by December 2002. The property has experienced various maintenance and safety concerns over time, including electrical issues (exposed wiring and conduit damage), security access challenges, and fire safety system inspections. The commercial laundry facility on the premises has been a recurring source of tenant complaints regarding hot water usage and noise.

Recent inspections in 2024 revealed multiple plumbing system cross-connection issues, which were addressed through the installation of new water heaters. The building has completed several infrastructure improvements, including boiler room installation and electrical upgrades, while the soft-story retrofit program has been fully completed and certified. A recent tenant buyout occurred in August 2021 for $23,000. The property has generated multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding waste management and environmental services, particularly concerning garbage receptacle maintenance and shared space issues, some of which remain open or were closed with various resolutions. While the building has experienced various service-related issues, most violations and complaints have been addressed through proper channels, with current active issues primarily focusing on water heating system compliance and shared space management.