4444 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 24-unit multi-family residential building at 4444 Balboa Street in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood has experienced several significant events in recent years, most notably a fire incident in Unit 306 in May 2023 that has led to ongoing fire safety concerns and current active violations regarding sleeping area requirements as of November 2023. The building is undergoing substantial repairs following this fire, with active permits from January 2024 for fire damage repairs including plumbing, mechanical, electrical work, and roofing repairs totaling $160,000, along with recent fire alarm system upgrades completed in October 2024 costing $63,800.

The property has a history of maintenance and safety issues that have required attention, including multiple fire alarm system inspections and corrections between 2009-2023, a significant electrical upgrade in 2016 to improve infrastructure with a 600A underground service installation, and various repair works including window replacements, reroofing projects, and plumbing upgrades. Past violations and complaints show a pattern of maintenance challenges, including heating system issues (2019), security concerns (2004), and more serious plumbing problems with raw sewage leaks reported in 2014.

The building's history also includes some concerning safety incidents, such as reports of door to fire escape issues in 2018 and generator-related safety concerns in 2016. More recent improvements suggest ongoing attention to building systems, with active permits from 2024 showing major infrastructure upgrades including the installation of new furnace and electrical systems in Unit 306, though these improvements follow a significant fire incident that raises concerns about overall building safety and maintenance history.