690 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 690 34th Avenue in the Outer Richmond, constructed in 1927, has undergone several significant improvements and faced recurring maintenance challenges over the years. Most notably, in July 2023, the building received an upgraded fire safety system including new smoke detectors, pull stations, and monitoring features at a cost of $22,000.

In June 2024, two new boiler permit violations were filed and remain active as of October 2023, though the building previously completed a soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3) and has addressed various fire safety concerns through regular inspections and corrections. Recent maintenance issues include a plumbing incident in September 2023 involving damaged drain pipes that affected multiple units and common areas, and a 2022 complaint regarding unsafe stairway handrails.

The property is currently in the process of adding two ADUs within the existing envelope at first floor parking and storage, as permitted under San Francisco legislation. While the building has experienced periodic issues with its fire safety systems and boilers, most violations have been addressed following issuance, though the recent boiler permit violations and a 2024 rat mite complaint show ongoing maintenance requirements. The building's ownership group, 690 34th Avenue LLC, has generally pursued necessary upgrades including HVAC system replacements and infrastructure improvements, while recent 311 calls from October 2024 regarding garbage and debris indicate continued attention to building maintenance and neighborhood relations is required.