614-616 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103

This four-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building located at 614-616 Natoma Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood was constructed in 1906 and is currently owned by 614 Natoma Street LLC. The building has undergone several notable maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including the installation of roof-top solar panels in 2014, sewer housetrap work in 2015, and various fire safety upgrades including sprinkler system and standpipe inspections in 2014. Several significant building violations were recorded in 2004 related to stair repairs and guardrail safety, while more recent concerns include a 2019 complaint about illegal units and a 2022 fire escape inspection that was found to have no merit. The property has faced multiple challenges regarding unauthorized short-term rentals, with records showing illegal hotel operation complaints in 1997 and multiple citations in 2020, though these appear to have been resolved with penalties pending. Recent activity around the property has mostly involved exterior maintenance issues, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 reporting abandoned garbage, debris, and encampments in the vicinity.

The building has had two documented fire-related incidents - a carbon monoxide detector activation with no CO found, and a lock-in situation, neither resulting in civilian injuries. Historical records show various renovations and compliance efforts, including kitchen appliance installations in 1998 and attempts to address fungus and rot issues on rear trim and landings in 2015, though this permit was ultimately cancelled. The building's safety systems have been regularly maintained, with records showing compliance with fire sprinkler and standpipe inspection requirements, though some permits related to these systems have expired and required reapplication. The property has undergone routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services over the years, with most violations being addressed and abated in a timely manner. A significant cluster of violations was documented in 2004, including issues with guardrails, stairs, and smoke detection systems, all of which were resolved by February 2004.

The building was also subject to a health and safety inspection in 2011 and a routine safety inspection in 2008, with no active violations remaining on record. Recent maintenance activity has focused on addressing exterior infrastructure issues, as evidenced by multiple permits for various systems including plumbing, electrical, and fire safety equipment. The building's location has experienced ongoing challenges with encampments and street cleanliness, particularly evident in 2024 with multiple reports of illegal parking and sidewalk obstruction in the immediate vicinity. While these external issues are not directly related to the building's internal conditions, they do impact the overall environment around the property. The building's historical data suggests regular maintenance and prompt response to violations, with efforts made to upgrade safety systems and address infrastructure needs over the years, though some recent permits have expired or been cancelled without completion of the intended work.