4200-4214 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 43-unit, 5-story apartment building at 4200-4214 Balboa St, owned by Barry D Wong & Doris J Lee, has been an active site for maintenance and compliance work since its construction in 1928. The building has undergone several significant infrastructure upgrades in recent years, including a fire alarm system upgrade in June 2023 ($83,287) to comply with current fire safety codes, and an electrical system improvement in December 2022 that included upgrading the fire panel and installing new safety features. However, the building has experienced various maintenance challenges, as evidenced by recent tenant complaints in July 2023 regarding plumbing issues (bathtub, sink, bathroom leaks) and a pattern of persistent problems, including complaints about interior water damage, window drafts, and outdated facilities.

The property has also faced multiple fire safety violations, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirement violation in October 2023, though many previous violations from 2019 and 2018 related to fire escapes, sprinklers, and other safety systems have been abated. Historical records indicate that the building has had periodic issues with pests (including a documented bed bug infestation in 2016 affecting multiple units), mold, and water damage. There have been past concerns about the building's structure and systems, including a roof replacement project initiated in 2022 ($65,000) and various telecommunications equipment modifications (though several proposed installations were withdrawn).

The elevator system has experienced outages affecting disabled residents, as documented in a 2012 complaint. Recent maintenance activities suggest ongoing efforts to address building systems, including a 2008 boiler replacement and various electrical system upgrades. The property is also subject to regular fire safety inspections, with several violations noted in recent years, though most have been promptly addressed through corrective actions.