909 Buena Vista Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117

909 Buena Vista Avenue is a 3-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1904 and classified as an Apartment building for 5 to 14 units. The property underwent significant seismic retrofitting between 2017-2022, including a mandatory soft-story retrofit (Tier 3) that was finally completed with a Certificate of Final Completion issued in 2023. This work included foundation strengthening, second-floor framing improvements, and associated electrical and plumbing modifications, with total costs exceeding $100,000.

The building has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over its history, including multiple violations in 2002 related to smoke detection systems, illegal gas stoves, and paint hazards, all of which were resolved. More recent concerns involved foundation work questions in 2018, though this was eventually completed. The building's systems have received attention over the years, with sewer and rainwater line replacements in 2018, water heater replacement in 2011, and various routine inspections showing generally compliant conditions.

Some historical violations from 2005 regarding lead paint and a hoarding incident in 2017 were recorded, but no structural or safety systems have been recorded as persistently problematic. Recent activity at the address has mostly involved exterior maintenance issues such as graffiti removal, with multiple 311 calls in late 2024 regarding public safety and structural maintenance. The building has had three recorded fire-related incidents: a gas leak (2005), and two service calls (322 and 500) with no civilian injuries or significant impact reported.