181-191 Russ St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The three-story multi-family residential building at 181-191 Russ Street, owned by Jonatan E. Chinchilla and Moni, was constructed in 1908 and contains 6 units. The property experienced a significant fire incident in May 2011 that rendered the rear of the building, including rear stairs and all units, uninhabitable, triggering numerous violations related to safety and habitability.

Between 2012 and 2013, major rehabilitation work was completed, including $650,000 in fire damage repairs, window replacements, comprehensive plumbing upgrades including new bathrooms, kitchens, and HVAC systems, and electrical system overhauls. Since then, there have been periodic fire safety compliance issues, most recently in 2023 concerning exit maintenance, sprinkler systems, and extinguishers, all of which were promptly corrected. The building has undergone several inspections and faced various violations over the years, including multiple fire safety concerns such as blocked exits, alarm system issues, and extinguisher maintenance requirements.

In 2014, there was a matter concerning incomplete soft story screening documentation. More recently, there have been reports of graffiti and debris outside the building in early 2025. The property has experienced regular building system updates and maintenance work over the years, with significant improvements made in 2012-2013 to address the damage from the 2011 fire. The building's fire safety systems have required ongoing attention, as evidenced by multiple fire complaints and violations since 2014, though recent inspections (2022-2023) show that corrections are generally addressed promptly.