805 Lake St, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 805 Lake Street property is a 5-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1916, currently owned by the Leon Family Survivors Trust. The building has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, most notably a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in 2021 that included the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire code requirements. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety regulations.

Historical records show past fire safety concerns, with multiple violations in 2000 regarding combustible storage and fire proofing materials, though these were resolved by 2002. There were also plumbing issues, with several sewage backup incidents reported between 2021-2023, suggesting ongoing challenges with the building's sewer infrastructure. The property has experienced periodic maintenance issues over its history, including a damaged tub enclosure in 2001 and structural repairs for dry rot in 1997.

Recent 311 calls indicate some ongoing maintenance needs, including a sewer backup incident in September 2023, and there have been multiple illicit parking issues reported in the vicinity. A routine fire safety inspection in 2000 revealed multiple fire safety violations, including problems with combustible storage and fire proofing materials, though these were subsequently addressed. The building's fire safety record shows three registered incidents between 440-700 situations, though none resulting in civilian injuries. While the property has faced various challenges over the years, it has generally addressed major safety and maintenance concerns, as evidenced by the completion of numerous building permits related to system upgrades and structural improvements.