720 Bacon St, San Francisco, CA 94134

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 720 Bacon Street in Portola, built in 1963 and currently owned by the Jackson Matti M Woods Estate, has experienced numerous concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, multiple serious violations were reported and documented, including significant safety concerns such as open flame cooking devices on the roof deck near combustible materials, inadequate fire safety equipment, blocked emergency egress pathways, and structural issues with deck railings and balconies.

Complaints from September 2023 highlighted problems with unauthorized parking of unregistered vehicles, including motorcycles, and debris blocking walkways, which were described as safety hazards. Most recently, in May 2024, a permit was issued for substantial repairs including dry rot remediation and replacement of 23 windows and 4 patio doors, valued at $30,000. The building has a history of roofing issues, with three separate roofing projects documented in 1992, 2000, and most recently in 2024.

Between 2006 and 2008, several violations were recorded regarding fire safety, including missing fire extinguishers and security-related issues with sliding glass doors, though these have since been resolved. Recent 311 calls from 2024 have reported issues with missing side sewer vent covers and sidewalk defects, while earlier complaints from 2015 noted problems with rodent/insect infestation and a blocked sidewalk. The building is currently facing multiple ongoing challenges related to safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance, as evidenced by the pattern of violations and complaints over recent years.