385-391 7th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building at 385-391 7th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by Jow Howard & Madeline, has a documented history dating back to its 1908 construction. Recent concerns include a July 2024 complaint about lack of hot water lasting over 13 days, and a September 2020 report of multiple issues including non-working heat, pest problems, electrical concerns, and unsafe flooring conditions.

The building has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues, as evidenced by multiple housing inspections and violations between 2004 and 2012, including problems with fire safety equipment, weather protection, smoke alarms, plumbing, and pest infestations. Historical maintenance work includes a reroofing project completed in 2003 at a cost of $13,650, and excavation work in 1985 that expired without completion.

In addition to the housing complaints, the property has been the subject of several fire-related incidents and violations, including two shared space complaints in 2022 that were found to have no merit, and a 2021 operating without a permit complaint that was corrected. Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned exterior issues such as sidewalk defects, graffiti, and waste removal, with a particularly concerning open case from December 2024 regarding a collapsed sidewalk. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of delayed responses to tenant concerns, particularly regarding basic services like heating and hot water, suggesting ongoing challenges with building upkeep and tenant communication.