885 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107

The two-unit, two-story residential building at 885 Vermont St in Potrero Hill was built in 1904 and is currently owned by Lily Yip. The property has a history of significant maintenance issues, most notably in 2008 when multiple water damage repairs were conducted, including work on exterior siding, windows, and structural elements at a combined cost of $33,000.

The building experienced serious heating system problems in January 2017, leading to multiple housing code violations regarding inadequate heat and temperature monitoring devices, though these issues were resolved by February 2017 with the installation of a new central furnace. There have been three separate investigations regarding potential illegal units in the building, occurring in 1998 (regarding unauthorized bathroom installation), 1998 (concerning unsafe wiring and plumbing), and 2012 (regarding multiple doorbells). The property has faced recurring fire safety compliance issues, with violations documented in 2024 (alarm systems), 2023 (various fire safety concerns including extinguishers and blocked exits), and 2021 (alarm systems), though all were subsequently corrected.

Recent 311 calls from 2024-2025 show ongoing concerns in the immediate vicinity, including issues with debris, damaged trees, and street maintenance, though these external matters do not directly reflect on the building's condition. The fire department has responded to multiple calls at the address, primarily for alarm system issues and medical assists, with no civilian injuries reported in any incidents. The building's documented history suggests periodic maintenance challenges, particularly regarding fire safety systems and heating infrastructure, though recent records indicate these systems have received necessary updates and corrections.