OpenJun 3, 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 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.
OpenJun 3, 2026
sanitation section · eliminate cockroach infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
in unit #310 cockroaches are present. have licensed pest control company treat the building in approved manner so that cockroaches are eliminated. provide documentation from pest control company at time of reinspection.
OpenJun 3, 2026
interior surfaces section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance (1001 (b)(13))
at time of inspection, refrigerator in unit#310 did not work properly. make necessary repair to ensure the refrigerator works properly.
OpenJun 3, 2026
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
840 van ness avenue unit#310 and all common area
OpenMay 19, 2026
plumbing and electrical section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance (1001 (b)(13))
at time of inspection, unit#410 kitchen stove tops could not be turned on. repair or replace in an approved manner.
OpenMay 19, 2026
sanitation section · eliminate cockroach infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
in unit #410 cockroaches are present. have licensed pest control company treat the building in approved manner so that cockroaches are eliminated. provide documentation from pest control company at time of reinspection.
OpenMay 19, 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 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.
OpenMay 19, 2026
smoke detection section · provide smoke detector (908,911 hc)
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.
OpenMay 19, 2026
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
840 van ness avenue unit#410 and all common area
OpenMay 19, 2026
interior surfaces section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance (1001 (b)(13))
at time of inspection, unit#410 kitchen cabinets could not be opened or closed properly. make necessary repair to ensure all kitchen cabinets could be operated properly.
OpenMay 19, 2026
building section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance (1001 (b)(13))
at time of inspection, damage was observed on weatherstripping on the bottom of unit#410 unit entry door and strike plate on door frame. repair or replace all damaged parts in an approved manner.
not activeAug 16, 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
not activeAug 16, 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
not activeAug 16, 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 activeAug 16, 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 840 van ness avenue.
not activeAug 16, 2017
fire section · install artificial lighting to the fire escapes 504g, 1001d, m sfhc, ab-19, 1008.3.2.1(2), 1008.3.2 sfbc
the fire escape was recently painted black along with the rest of the building. there is no contrast at night, making the stair treads difficult to see. provide artificial light sufficient to illuminate the fire escapes to prevent safety hazard.
not activeAug 16, 2017
fire section · electrical permits are required article 89.108.4.1 cec, 301 sfhc
you are required to obtain an electrical permit to correct this violation. when applying for an electrical permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. present the signed permit indicating that work is complete to the housing inspector on the date of re-inspection.
not activeOct 27, 2014
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 activeOct 27, 2014
plumbing and electrical section · auxiliary lighting - malfunctioning appliance 504g, 1001e & g sfhc
recharge/replace the batteries in the auxiliary lighting system. at the time of inspection none worked within the entire facility.
not activeOct 27, 2014
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 840 van ness.
not activeOct 24, 2014
building section · provide elevator service, nuisance 401(2), 713, 1001(d), 1002(b) sfhc
at the time of inspection the elevator was not working properly. the passenger car does not stop on the second or third floor. provide service to all floors. the yellow decal numbers on the inside of the elevator doors do not indicate the actual floor. the fifth floor reads 6, the fourth floor reads 5, the third floor reads 4. replace the numbers so that when exiting the passenger car of the elevator the number on the door describes the floor number at each level. the basement level button reads 1. the first floor button reads l. swap or replace the buttons to eliminate this confusion. repair/restore/replace the elevator as necessary within the specified time frame listed below.
not activeOct 24, 2014
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 840 van ness.
not activeOct 24, 2014
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 22, 2014
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. provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 san francisco housing code section 303 (b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
not activeJul 22, 2014
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 840 van ness avenue in the common area.
not activeJul 22, 2014
interior surfaces section · substandard elevator service 1002b, 713 sfhc, nuisance 401.2, 1001d sfhc
lack of elevator service is a substandard condition. maintenance and correction shall begin immediately. upon service completion the elevator car shall self level at each floor under a rated load within an approved tolerance.
not activeJun 24, 2014
building section · building permit required 301 sfhc
you are required to obtain a building permit to correct this violation. when applying for a building permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. the building inspector must perform periodic and final inspections and sign the job card before the housing division can abate this violation. present the signed job card indicating that work is complete to the housing inspector on the date of re-inspection.
not activeJun 24, 2014
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. provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 san francisco housing code section 303 (b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
not activeJun 24, 2014
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice includes violations of the san francisco housing code. unless otherwise noted all violations were observed on the date of inspection at 840 van ness on the front facade of the building.
not activeJun 24, 2014
building section · repair the spalling concrete 1001 c4 sfhc
both bay areas of windows show severe spalling and fatigue. the corbel detail at the first to second floor belt line detail shall be included in this repair. the seperation is no longer weather proof and offers questionable structural stability. remove and replace the spalling concrete on the facade of the front of the building facing van ness.
not activeNov 6, 2013
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice includes violations of the san francisco housing code. unless otherwise noted all violations occur at 840 van ness avenue.
not activeNov 6, 2013
interior surfaces section · nuisance (401(2) (1001(d) hc) elevators (713 hc)
lack of elevator service is a substandard condition. maintenance and correction shall begin immediately. the elevator car shall self level at each floor under a rated load within an approved tolerance. the most current certificate of inspection shall be on display within the elevator, available for public inspection in a conspicuous place. service and maintenance shall be performed at 6 month intervals. elevators shall be maintained in compliance with asme a17.3 safety code for existing elevators and appendix n of the same.
not activeNov 6, 2013
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. provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 san francisco housing code section 303 (b), if any dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. 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.
not activeOct 4, 2012
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
repair elevator in order to provide consistent operation for residing tenants.
not activeOct 4, 2012
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
all common areas of 840 van ness avenue
not activeOct 4, 2012
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 19-october-2012 at 9:30 am. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact inspector galvis to confirm appointment at 415-558-6513. it is the property owners responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those 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. on scheduled reinspection day, provide the inspector with a full access to all common and public areas per attached checklist. your cooperation is appreciated.
not activeAug 29, 2008
fire section · permanently remove combustible storage or provide automatic fire sprinklers. (904, 1001(i) hc)
garbage room on 2nd floor.
not activeAug 29, 2008
security requirements section · display screen at intercom.
not activeAug 29, 2008
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
repair wall behind upper kitchen cabinet in apartment# 204.
not activeAug 29, 2008
security requirements section · provide primary locking devices at exterior doors (706 hc)
door at lower level rear stairs leading to rear exit, side exit at lower level and rear gate.
not activeAug 29, 2008
fire section · other fire violations
provide access to exits at lower level at bottom of rear stairs and at rear side exit gate.
not activeAug 29, 2008
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
lower level corridor near elevator.
not activeAug 29, 2008
security requirements section · provide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)
repair self closing device at garbage room. provide self closing devices at rear gate and laundry room door leading from light well.
not activeAug 29, 2008
other section · repair malfunctioning clothes dryer in laundry room. (1001 hc)
not activeAug 29, 2008
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
apartment # 204 and all common areas of 840 van ness avenue.
not activeAug 29, 2008
other section · inspector comments
i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 06-october-2008 at 2:30 pm. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. it is the property owner¿s responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those 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. on scheduled reinspection day, provide the inspector with a full access to all common and public areas per attached checklist. your cooperation is appreciated.