2230-2240 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 48-unit multi-family residential building at 2230-2240 Bryant Street, owned by Bryant Terrace LLC, is a 3-story structure built in 1900 that has faced ongoing maintenance and safety challenges over the years. Most recently, in August 2024, unit 12 experienced persistent problems with roaches and mold, while in 2020 there were significant plumbing issues affecting both bathroom and kitchen sinks, resulting in cabinet damage and water intrusion problems. The building has undergone some important improvements, including mandatory soft-story retrofits completed in 2017 (estimated cost $310,000), and multiple system upgrades such as furnace replacements and electrical panel conversions.

Fire safety has been an ongoing concern, with recent violations in 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements and prior issues with alarm systems in 2019 that were abated. The property has a documented history of various maintenance issues that have affected resident comfort and safety, including heating system failures (notably in 2018 and 2005), water leaks (2020), and interior maintenance concerns such as mold/mildew, water damage, and damaged surfaces (2020). Recent inspections have revealed some immediate concerns, including blocked exits (2024) and an open violation for sleeping area requirements (2023).

The building's maintenance record shows efforts to address these issues through various permits and repairs, including recent window replacements in unit 12 (2024) and the installation of Ufer ground in the foundation (2018). The property has also experienced recurring issues with waste management, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls for debris and garbage (2024), though these are generally external to the building itself. Dual reports of interior challenges, such as a cooking fire in 2007 and multiple instances of pest infestations, suggest that while some improvements have been made, ongoing maintenance and habitability challenges persist.