1101 Fairfax Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124

1101 Fairfax Ave is a 54-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building constructed in 2014 in San Francisco's Hunters Point neighborhood. The property has experienced persistent elevator-related issues, with multiple complaints and building violations recorded between 2018 and 2024, including reports of defective elevators, lack of service, and even incidents of people getting stuck in the elevator. Recent complaints in 2024 have highlighted several maintenance concerns, particularly regarding the building's elevator system, with reports of shaking elevators, inadequate ventilation causing dust and health concerns, and various maintenance issues including problems with doors, floors, and appliances.

The building's fire safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple violations and complaints regarding the alarm system, including a recent violation in September 2024. A pattern of water heating system replacements is evident in the building's plumbing records, with multiple hot water heater installations documented between 2016 and 2022, suggesting ongoing maintenance of this essential system. Recent activity indicates continued maintenance challenges, with building complaints from 2023-2024 reporting issues such as non-functioning appliances, floor damage, and various infrastructure concerns.

The property has had multiple fire-related incidents recorded, primarily consisting of false alarms and smoke detector activations, though no civilian injuries have been reported. The building's management has received citations for various code violations, including sleeping area requirements and alarm system maintenance, though many past violations have been abated. The surrounding area has experienced some external issues, as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding garbage and debris, sidewalk conditions, and an encampment near the property, though these are external to the building itself and relate to the immediate neighborhood conditions.