340 Hamilton St, San Francisco, CA 94134

The four-unit, two-story apartment building at 340 Hamilton Street in Portola, owned by Helen Jackson and constructed in 1963, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety-related events over its history. Most notably, there have been recurring issues with water intrusion and structural problems, particularly with the front deck and stairs. In 2017-2018, major work was performed on the exit stairs to restore them to original construction standards, including the addition of steel columns for support, at a cost of $50,000.

Multiple complaints in 2006 documented serious maintenance issues, including dry rot, water damage, and mold problems that prompted violation notices, though these were eventually abated. The building has undergone various system upgrades, including a furnace replacement in 2023 and multiple water heater replacements (most recently attempted in 2023). Recent inspections have shown fewer violations, though a pavement defect was reported nearby in April 2024.

The property has a history of addressing maintenance issues, with all historical building violations and complaints eventually being marked as "Not Active." Past improvements included window replacements in 2012 (four vinyl windows installed) and roofing work in 2000. While there have been several routine inspections and a few non-building-related complaints (mostly regarding parking issues in the vicinity), the property has maintained compliance with building codes since addressing the 2006-2007 violations. The most recent building permit activity, from 2017-2018, focused primarily on stairway safety improvements, suggesting more recent concerns have been handled through regular maintenance rather than major structural changes.