841-863 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building at 841-863 Scott Street in Alamo Square, owned by Patrick J & Deirdre F Stack, has undergone several significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges since its construction in 1910. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (at a cost of $75,000), demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Recent improvements include a completed kitchen and bathroom renovation in 2019 (costing $26,759) and the installation of a new exterior flue for the boiler in 2023.

However, the building has experienced recurring issues with its fire safety systems, as evidenced by recent violations in 2024 regarding alarm systems and fire extinguishers, and previous concerns dating back to 2009 and 2017. The property has faced multiple interior maintenance challenges, particularly evident in a series of violations filed in September 2022 related to damaged ceilings, walls, floors, and plumbing systems, as well as concerns about mold/mildew and lead paint hazards. These violations were officially abated by September 2023. Historical records show various unit-specific renovations, including multiple kitchen and bathroom updates between 2003 and 2019, and some concerning incidents such as window issues in 2019 and problems with the heating system.

Regular safety inspections have been conducted, with the most recent fire alarm system upgrade in 2023 to meet current fire safety standards. While the building has undergone substantial improvements over the years, the pattern of plumbing, fire safety, and interior maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance. Recent records indicate that the property management has generally addressed violations when cited, as demonstrated by the abatement of September 2022 violations and completion of significant safety upgrades. The building's completed soft-story retrofit and recent fire alarm system upgrades demonstrate attention to major safety requirements, though recent violations highlight some ongoing compliance issues needing attention.