603-619 Keith St, San Francisco, CA 94124

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 603-619 Keith Street in Hunters Point, owned by 1340 Hudson Avenue LP, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since its construction in 1900. Most recently, there have been three documented water-related incidents in 2023 (January kitchen leak, June bathroom leak with flooding), along with concerns about mold development in some units. The building underwent major improvements in December 2019, including enclosing exterior exit stairs and interior refinishing of units in both Building 7 (10 units) and Building 13 (11 units), with substantial budgets of $425,000 and $510,000 respectively.

Historical issues include a 2016 fire incident that left smoke damage, a 2013 flood affecting a laundry room, and numerous plumbing complaints between 2016-2017 requiring gas line and furnace-related repairs. The building has also faced multiple violations over the years, with a notable cluster of problems documented in 2000 including interior surface issues, plumbing problems, and smoke detector concerns, all of which were eventually abated by December 2000. Recent preventive measures include completing soft-story seismic retrofitting as a Tier 3 building, indicating compliance with local safety requirements.

The property currently shows some ongoing maintenance needs as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in early 2025 regarding garbage, debris, and missing sewer vent covers. Historical records reveal a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly during the late 1990s and early 2000s, with complaints about various issues including broken appliances, hazardous conditions, and structural concerns. While many of these historical problems have been addressed, the periodic reemergence of water-related issues and building system concerns suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's records show regular interactions with housing inspection services, particularly regarding water-related complaints and general maintenance issues, indicating that while improvements have been made, some persistent system and maintenance challenges remain.