OpenJan 30, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · repair the lift 1001d, l, 1002b sfhc
there is a disabled access lift in the basement no longer functioning. provide repairs to the lift and return to service.
OpenJan 30, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub faucet 1001 sfhc
in the top floor bathroom there is a tub faucet with a leak at the tile wall that has been repaired with aluminum foil type duct tape. remove the duct tape and provide appropriate repairs, leaving the faucet in functioning condition without tape.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · rework paint to allow operation of the window 1001b7, 8, d sfhc
many of the bathroom windows are painted shut, trapping steam after showering/bathing and presenting an environment for mold growth. rework the paint to release the window sashes. ensure that the sash and frame provide smooth and easy operation and a weather tight condition with a working latch. window is to remain open at any desired position with the balance of a counter weight. or secure a building permit and provide mechanical ventilation.
OpenJan 30, 2017
sanitation section · remove garbage and debris 1001d, k, 1306, 1307a sfhc
the rear yard at the base of the fire escapes is littered with excess trash. remove and dispose of the trash. insure trash items are deposited into receptacles. if surplus trash accumulates to excess on a regular basis, have your collection agent provide additional garbage receptacles.
OpenJan 30, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · cap the waste line 1001f sfhc
there is an unused standpipe in the laundry room, left uncapped. provide a end cap to the unused line.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · provide 604 affidavit for all exterior appendages 604, 908 sfhc
your property has been researched and is not listed on the department of building inspection's 604 compliance log. provide a signed and completed 604 affidavit from a licensed professional to certify the functionality of your fire escapes and all other exterior appendages. provide completed form at inspection or return by mail to: department of building inspection housing division, c. grady 1660 mission street, 6th floor san francisco, ca 94103
OpenJan 30, 2017
sanitation section · repair the plumbing in the basement level bathrooms 1001d, l sfhc
there are 2 basement level bathrooms closed and locked, labelled "out of service". provide appropriate repairs to these bathrooms to return them back to service.
OpenJan 30, 2017
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls and ceiling 1001 b13, d, 1301 sfhc
the walls in the top floor recreation room have cracked, blistered and peeled to leave paint debris on floors and sills throughout. remove all damaged and blistered material and replace, plaster, prep, prime and paint to complete these repairs.
OpenJan 30, 2017
interior surfaces section · provide a sweep on entry door 1001h sfhc
the guest room entry door to unit 217 is weather stripped on 3 sides. complete the installation by adding a sweep to the bottom of the door.
OpenJan 30, 2017
fire section · malfunctioning appliance - repair auxiliary lighting 504g, 1001e & l sfhc, 1011.6.3 sfbc
many of the auxiliary lighting fixtures with the green exit indicators in the halls and rear stairs fail testing. replace the batteries in the auxiliary lighting system or replace the lighting fixtures. if the fixtures are replaced the new units should have illuminated directional exit indications.
OpenJan 30, 2017
other section · inspector comments
important note: due to the nature of this violation, this property has been defined as a nuisance per section 1001-d of the san francisco housing code. it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · replace window sash cord 1001d, h, 708 sfhc
many of the windows in the bathrooms and other common areas have broken or missing sash cords. these are an instrumental part of the window operating properly. replace the missing/broken sash cords in all common area windows to include the recreation room, hallways, bath rooms, laundry room and kitchen.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · repair the roof access door 706 & 805 & 912 sfhc
the roof access door a the rear stairs is delaminating and falling appart at the bottom. exit doors shall be a minimum one-and-three-eighths inch solid wood core or approved equal. doors and jambs shall be tight fitting, in good condition and self-closing. roof access doors shall be covered on the roof side with galvanized steel or otherwise weather proof metal. roof access doors will be installed with a primary locking device with a minimum one half inch dead latch and shall be operable from the interior without a key and no special knowledge or effort shall be required. the roof access door may be locked from the inside with a movable bolt. repair the exit door to the roof.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice includes violations of the san francisco housing code. unless noted otherwise, all violations were observed on the date of inspection at 1040 bush street in the common areas. this was a complaint generated routine inspection initiated by complaint number 201759533.
OpenJan 30, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · repair deteriorated drainage pipes at exterior 1001f sfhc
visible from unit 217, across the light well there is a vent pipe with obvious breaks coming from the second floor bathroom. replace the broken pipe. *** this item will require plumbing permits
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · repair window hardware 1001b, d sfhc
in the common area hallways, casement style windows were found to have broken handles and cranks, limiting their use as natural ventilation. repair the window handles and cranks on the casement style windows.
OpenJan 30, 2017
sanitation section · repair the water fountain 1001k, l sfhc, 602.6 ada
the water flow at the basement level water fountain has a limited flow rate. water fountains should provide a flow of water 4 inches in height. service the water fountain to increase the water flow.
OpenJan 30, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · provide light bulbs 1001e sfhc
there are light bulbs missing from the motion sensored light fixtures on the roof, around the roof deck. provide light bulbs and insure the fixtures are operating.
OpenJan 30, 2017
building section · provide carbon monoxide detectors 420 cbc provide smoke detectors 908, 911 sfhc, 907.2.11 sfbc
provide carbon monoxide detectors laid out per the san francisco building code section 420. there shall be one unit in each guest room within the immediate floor and each adjacent floor, above and below a gas burning appliance to include stoves, dryers, furnaces, water heaters and boilers. install smoke detectors as required by the san francisco building code. a self-certification form has been included for your convenience. provide completed form at inspection or return by mail to: department of building inspection housing division, c. grady 1660 mission street, 6th floor san francisco, ca 94103