77-81 Hoff St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-story, six-unit apartment building at 77-81 Hoff Street in the Inner Mission, owned by Steven B. Kasner and Ying Guan, was constructed in 1906 and has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements over the past few decades. Most recently, in November 2023, a staircase replacement was completed at the rear of the property costing approximately $42,925.

The building successfully completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2018, involving the installation of new basement shear walls and concrete footings to meet seismic safety requirements. Recent electrical upgrades in late 2024 included the replacement of space heaters and baseboard heaters in multiple units, indicating ongoing efforts to maintain tenant comfort despite previous complaints about heating issues. The building has experienced multiple maintenance and safety challenges in recent years, particularly in 2024, when several active complaints were filed regarding heating systems, ceiling damage, and the need for smoke detectors.

Historical records show consistent attention to structural maintenance, including termite repairs in 1989, reroofing in 1992, and various repairs to rear stairways in 2008. The property has undergone routine safety inspections and has addressed numerous violations over the years, though some recent citations from August-October 2024 regarding smoke detectors and broken windows remain active. Recent infrastructure issues include multiple instances of sewage backup problems reported between 2022 and 2023, suggesting persistent plumbing system challenges. While the building has maintained a generally consistent pattern of addressing violations and completing required safety upgrades, the recent cluster of complaints in 2024 regarding heating, safety systems, and structural concerns may indicate emerging maintenance challenges requiring continued monitoring.