271 6th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The three-story, 15-unit multi-family residential building at 271 6th Avenue in the Inner Richmond was built in 1962 and has undergone several significant maintenance and safety-related improvements over the past decades. Most recently, in 2024, work has focused on balcony maintenance, with two permits issued totaling $34,000 for rebuilding and waterproofing the balcony.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety system issues, with multiple fire alarm incidents and violations between 2008 and 2022, including a violation for alarm system maintenance and fire extinguisher service in November 2022 that was later abated. The property has a history of water-related issues affecting both individual units and common areas, with notable problems documented in complaints from 2022 and 2024 regarding bathroom ventilation and leaks, as well as mold and water damage affecting fire escape integrity. Historical records show various infrastructure improvements, including reroofing completed in 2016 (cost: $16,000), emergency fire panel replacement in 2010 (cost: $4,000), and window repairs in 2006 (cost: $5,000).

A notable cluster of violations was recorded in 2015, primarily related to fire safety systems and egress requirements, though these were abated by August 2016. Recent months have seen multiple reports of abandoned furniture and debris outside the building, with several resolved cases in 2024. The property has also faced some graffiti issues in 2023, with enforcement challenges noted due to COVID-19 related suspensions of the San Francisco Graffiti Ordinance.