2870-2878 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-story, 9-unit apartment building at 2870-2878 Harrison Street, constructed in 1908, has undergone several significant improvements and encountered various challenges over the years. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $40,000, achieving compliance with San Francisco's seismic safety requirements. In September 2019, the building experienced fire damage requiring repairs to wood and siding at the side elevation, which was subsequently completed.

The building underwent extensive renovations between 2013-2015, including the installation of multiple fireplaces, furnaces, and comprehensive upgrades to bathrooms and kitchens. Multiple building complaints from 2013-2014 raised concerns about construction practices, including lead paint removal procedures and work being conducted outside permitted hours. More recently, the building faced recurring issues with fire safety equipment, as evidenced by annual fire extinguisher complaints from 2020-2024, though these were generally resolved promptly.

The property has also been subject to inspection-related requirements, including several instances requiring final inspections and permit revisions between 2013-2015. A significant cluster of violations was documented in October 2003, addressing various safety and maintenance issues such as security requirements, lead paint hazards, and inadequate lighting, though these were all abated by February 2005. The building's ownership has been attentive to regulatory requirements, demonstrated by the successful completion of mandatory seismic retrofitting and prompt responses to inspection requirements. Recent 311 calls (2024-2025) primarily relate to external issues such as parking violations and street cleaning needs, rather than building-specific concerns.