OpenJun 29, 2026
other section · inspector comments
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 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. ***correction of violations cited in this notice may require building, plumbing and/or electrical permits. it is the responsibility of the owner to obtain (or have others obtain) any required permits before beginning work that requires permit(s). when applying for a permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. you must have the proper permit signed-off and finalized before the housing insp. returns in order for this violation to be abated.***
OpenJun 29, 2026
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (713, 1001(l) hc)
repair call button for elevator; at time of inspection, elevator was not able to be called on the main/ ground fl. of building; repair in an approved manner. location: main lobby/ ground fl. ----------
OpenJun 29, 2026
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 1278 market st. common areas.
not activeSep 10, 2025
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling and walls (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
at time of inspection, mold/mildew was observed in the following unit: #428, #412, #410. eliminate mold/mildew in an apporved manner.
not activeSep 10, 2025
fire section · provide carbon monoxide detector / alarms (420 sfbc)
carbon monoxide detector-alarms are required in all sleeping units. provide carbon monoxide detector-alarms in all sleeping units. note: combination carbon monoxide detector-alarms and smoke detector-alarms can be used in areas that require both type detector-alarms.
not activeSep 10, 2025
sanitation section · eliminate cockroach and rodent infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
evidence of rodents and cockroaches exist in this building. have licensed pest control contractor treat building in approved manner to eliminate rodents. provide written documentation of treatment from pest control company at time of reinspection.
not activeSep 10, 2025
other section · inspector comments
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 reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. 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. you can reach inspector lee @ 415-793-7947 or by email at joy.lee@sfgov.org.
not activeSep 10, 2025
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
1278 market street unit#428, 419, 412,410,304 and all common area
not activeSep 10, 2025
fire section · service central alarm system (908, 909 hc)
have licensed fire alarm company service / certify fire alarm system - required each year.
not activeJan 29, 2021
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 1278 market street.
not activeJan 29, 2021
building section · provide elevator service, nuisance 505c, 713, 1001d, l, 1002b sfhc
at the time of inspection the elevator was not in service. repair/restore/replace the elevator as necessary within the specified time frame listed below.
not activeJan 29, 2021
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.
not activeAug 8, 2019
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.
not activeAug 8, 2019
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 1278 market street.
not activeAug 8, 2019
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 the 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
not activeAug 8, 2019
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 and structural stability of your fire escapes and all other exterior appendages. provide the 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
not activeMay 15, 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.
not activeMay 15, 2017
fire section · recharge all fire extinguishers (905, 1001(m) hc)
the date tag on the fire extinguishers reads two months past date. recharge and retag the fire extinguishers with a certified service provider.
not activeMay 15, 2017
building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
the bottom sash of the window on the right as one enters this unit has a broken pane of glass. replace the broken glass.
not activeMay 15, 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 1278 market street, unit 424 and in the common areas.
not activeSep 26, 2016
fire section · repair and maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition 908 sfhc
the fire escape drop ladder on the front of the building is partially descended to the sidewalk. the drop ladder handle is out of position and the ladder has been chained and locked into this position. it cannot be retracted or dropped. anyone needing use of this ladder would not be able to. repair the drop ladder. provide routine maintenance of the fire escape on an annual basis.
not activeSep 26, 2016
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.
not activeSep 26, 2016
fire 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 1278 market street.
not activeSep 26, 2016
fire section · provide 604 affidavit for all exterior appendages 604, 908 sfhc
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 94102
not activeDec 1, 2015
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
there is a hole in the floor under the lavatory sink. this is also a source of vermin intrusion. close up and repair the hole.
not activeDec 1, 2015
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
there are holes in the baseboard near the window in the southwest corner of the room. these are a source of vermin intrusion. close up and repair the holes.
not activeDec 1, 2015
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
the area around the lavatory sink has been patched with drywall and remains unpainted. plaster is not a cleanable surface. prep, prime and paint alll raw drywall and plaster areas.
not activeDec 1, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
the light switch in this room is dangling from its metal raceway that has detached from the wall. repair the raceway and re-install the light switch so that it may be used without the risk of harm.
not activeDec 1, 2015
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
the west wall in this unit is cracked and bulging. it appears as though something has hit with a hard impact from the adjacent room. remove the blistered plaster and repair the wall in an approved manner.
not activeDec 1, 2015
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 1278 market street, unit 306.
not activeDec 1, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
the lavatory sink hot water faucet is loose and inoperable. restore use of the hotwater faucet.
not activeDec 1, 2015
other section · inspector comments
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.
not activeJul 27, 2015
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 1278 market street, unit 419.
not activeJul 27, 2015
fire section · dispose of rubbish and filth properly 1307 sfhc
it is the occupants' responsibility to keep the area they control clean, sanitary and free of egress obstructions and fire hazards. once surplus personal belongings are reduced, the unit shall be cleaned and sanitized. dog waste should be handled in an appropriate manner that preserves sanitary conditions for all that live at the chase hotel. it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the common areas and insure the occupants maintain the areas under their control to insure habitable conditions for the other residents.
not activeJul 27, 2015
fire section · remove dangerous articles of storage 904, 1001d,i, 1310 sfhc
there are an excess of personal belongings, storage and debris in unit 310. bike parts and large metal obstructions prevent the door from opening entirely. boxes of combustibles are piled six feet in height. this unit is to be cleaned and storage shall be reduced to eliminate fire hazards and rodent harborage.
not activeJul 27, 2015
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 1278 market street, unit 310.
not activeJul 27, 2015
fire section · dispose of rubbish and filth properly 1307 sfhc
once surplus personal belongings are reduced, the unit shall be cleaned and sanitized. it is the occupants' responsibility to keep the area they control clean, sanitary and free of egress obstructions and fire hazards. it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the common areas and insure the occupants maintain the areas under their control to insure habitable conditions for the other residents.
not activeJul 27, 2015
fire section · remove dangerous articles of storage 904, 1001d, i, 1310 sfhc
there is an excess of personal belongings, storage and debris in unit 419. the wood racks constructed to support the volume of this storage provide additional flammable fuel. this unit is to be cleaned and storage shall be reduced to eliminate fire hazards and rodent harborage.
not activeJul 27, 2015
other section · inspector comments
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.
not activeJul 27, 2015
other section · inspector comments
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.
not activeJul 16, 2015
smoke detection section · post certification of current alarm system maintenance by qualified contractor 908, 909, 911 sfhc
the alarm system at the second floor hallway displays a tag reading september 19, 2003 as the last date of service. fire alarm systems should be re-certified every year and the date of service and/or expiration date should be posted on the unit. all testing and maintenance shall be conducted according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
not activeJul 16, 2015
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 1278 market street, unit 424 and in the common areas.
not activeJul 16, 2015
smoke detection section · provide smoke detectors 908, 911 sfhc, 907.2.9.5 sfbc
unit 424 is without a smoke detector. provide a working unit that will sound an audible noise at testing.
not activeJul 16, 2015
other section · inspector comments
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.
not activeMar 30, 2015
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 1278 market street, in the common areas.
not activeMar 30, 2015
other section · inspector comments
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.
not activeMar 30, 2015
building section · provide elevator service, nuisance 401.2, 713, 1001d, 1002b sfhc
at the time of inspection the elevator was not in service. repair/restore/replace the elevator as necessary within the specified time frame listed below.
not activeMar 20, 2015
building section · repair window sash cords 1001h, 708 sfhc
the window in the second floor bathroom on the west side of the building has a broken sash cord on the right hand side. replace the broken sash cord.
not activeMar 20, 2015
building section · repair window sash frame 1001h, 708 sfhc
the fourth floor bathroom on the west side of the building has a window over the tub that is painted shut. rework the paint to insure that the window and sash frame provide smooth and easy operation.
not activeMar 20, 2015
fire section · provide illumination to the exit stair 504g, 1006.1 & 3
the rear stair is dark at the bottom level. provide artificial light in the rear stairs with a motion detection actuator and/or on a daylight sensor. the rear stairs are to be illuminated from roof access to ground level to prevent safety hazard.