301-303 Seneca Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The property at 301-303 Seneca Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by Frederick G Assalino. The building has a concerning pattern of fire safety issues, with multiple code violations documented between 2019 and 2024, including two recent violations in November 2024 related to door blocking and sprinkler service requirements.

Other notable fire safety incidents include six instances of smoke detector activations, three elevator rescues, and one cooking fire, though fortunately none resulted in civilian injuries. The building's maintenance history shows limited documented improvements, with a roof replacement permit recorded in 1996. Recent activity around the building (January 2025) has generated multiple open complaints about graffiti on public infrastructure including a signal box, sign advertisement, sidewalk, and pole, as well as a public health tobacco complaint.

The property has also faced issues with public sanitation, including reports of overflowing garbage cans and an abandoned Christmas tree, though these were resolved through proper channels. The building's fire safety compliance has been a persistent concern, with most violations since 2023 being marked "correct - no permit" and referred to hearings, though some were abated through correction. The elevator system appears to have experienced recurring issues, as evidenced by multiple fire department responses for elevator rescues, suggesting a potential maintenance challenge in this critical building system.