205 7th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 9-unit multi-family residential building at 205 7th Ave in the Inner Richmond, managed by Chew Family Benev Assn Inc, has undergone several significant improvements and faced numerous challenges since its construction in 1911. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory seismic retrofit in 2015 as a Tier 3 soft-story building, and is currently upgrading its fire alarm system to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, with work initiated in August 2024. The property has a documented history of maintenance and safety issues, particularly regarding fire safety equipment, with multiple violations related to fire extinguishers and alarm systems between 2016 and 2024.

The building experienced several substantial remodeling projects, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades in 2020 ($38,000) and 2016 ($18,000), as well as addressing various maintenance issues like bathroom tiles and kitchen cabinet repairs in 2019 ($2,500). The property has faced recurring challenges with compliance and maintenance, as evidenced by multiple building violations from 2016 including issues with fire extinguishers, self-closing doors, inadequate lighting, and hot water heater seismic braces. While many of these violations were marked as "Condition Corrected," the building has remained subject to various compliance requirements, including a period of being designated as a nuisance property.

Recent complaints (2024) have continued to surface regarding garbage and debris, though these were resolved. A notable incident occurred in 2018 regarding elevator access for disabled residents, and there were multiple issues related to building access and security systems. The fire safety record shows periodic concerns, with violations and inspections related to blocked exits and combustible materials, though most recent fire-related complaints in 2024 were resolved or marked as having no merit. The building maintains active permits for ongoing safety improvements, underscoring efforts to address past compliance issues while also managing routine maintenance and modernization projects.