not activeDec 29, 2025
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash at garbage area (1001(b),1304,1306 hc)
remove garbage/ trash that has accumulated in trash room and w/n common areas near trash chutes. location: gnd. fl. trash room; common areas ----------
not activeDec 29, 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 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 activeDec 29, 2025
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. common areas.
not activeApr 7, 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 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 activeApr 7, 2025
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash at garbage area (1001(b),1304,1306 hc)
remove garbage/ trash that has accumulated w/n common areas/ in front of trash chutes on different floors. location: trash chutes common areas ----------
not activeApr 7, 2025
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. common areas.
not activeSep 5, 2024
fire section · permanently remove combustible storage or provide automatic fire sprinklers. (904, 1001(i) hc)
remove trash receptacle from each floor; repair broken trash chute to proper working conditon; store trash receptacles in trash rooms as required by housing code sec. 707. all areas which are used, designed or intended for the storage of garbage or rubbish shall meet the following requirements: (1) shall, where provided or required to be provided, be large enough to permit storage and easy handling of all garbage cans. no can shall be placed within six inches of any wall or post. (2) shall be lined on all its sides and the ceiling with galvanized iron of not less than no. 26 gauge u.s. standard. all seams and joints shall be interlocking and tight. as an alternate, the walls and ceilings shall be one-inch-thick portland cement on an approved backing, steel troweled to a smooth finish; similarly, concrete blocks finished with smooth trowel stucco, or smooth concrete utilizing plywood forms is acceptable. (3) shall have floors of concrete or quarry tile; no wooden platforms shall be permitted. (4) shall have doors and trim that are metal lined on the inside with not less than 26 gauge u.s. standard galvanized sheet metal. seams shall be interlocking and tight. (5) shall be provided with self-closing tight-fitting door or doors. (6) shall be adequately ventilated as required. openings or ducts as existing or required shall be screened at the outside to prevent ingress of flies and other vermin. (7) shall be maintained in good repair and in a clean condition at all times. (8) shall be provided with automatic sprinklers, except as required by the building code for new construction, and conversion to r-1 or r-2 occupancy. ----------
not activeSep 5, 2024
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.***
not activeSep 5, 2024
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. common areas.
not activeSep 3, 2024
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. unit #611.
not activeSep 3, 2024
interior surfaces section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance (1001(b)(13) hc)
repair/ replace rotted/ damaged vanity cabinet due to past water intrusion; provide missing baseboards adjacent to vanity. repair broken door knob in bathroom door. location: bathroom ----------
not activeSep 3, 2024
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.***
not activeSep 3, 2024
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001(b),(j),(o) hc)
repair/ replace damaged flooring in bathroom in front of vanity area. location: bathroom ----------
not activeApr 24, 2024
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/ mildew on walls (1001(b)(13),1301,1306 hc)
mold observed around window sill and walls; eliminate and remove in an approved manner. location: living room; bedroom ----------
not activeApr 24, 2024
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. unit #206.
not activeApr 24, 2024
interior surfaces section · paint (1001(b),1301 hc)
damaged paint observed above door frame; repair/ remove and properly seal in an approved manner. location: bathroom door ----------
not activeApr 24, 2024
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.***
not activeApr 24, 2024
building section · provide required ventilation (504(c), (d)(7)(ii) hc)
inadequate ventilation observed in bathhrom; there is no fan or window. housing code requires a window w/ openable area of one twentieth of the area of the bathroom or a minimum of 1.5 sq. ft. or mechanical ventilation designed and operated to produce not less than two complete changes of air per hour. provide required ventilation. ***note: building permit is required if new window is installed and electrical permit is required if an electric fan is to be installed. a copy of the nov is to be attached to the permit. *** location: bathroom ----------
not activeFeb 13, 2024
interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceiling (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)
repair damaged ceiling in an approved manner; once source of water damage/ intrusion is located, repair source of water damage. location: living room closet ----------
not activeFeb 13, 2024
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
subject property located at 639 geary st. unit #1402.
not activeFeb 13, 2024
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.***
not activeFeb 13, 2024
smoke detection section · repair smoke detector (908, 911 hc)
ensure smoke detector is in working condition. location: outside bedroom ----------
not activeFeb 13, 2024
building section · repair window latches or hardware (1001(b) hc)
air gap observed; repair window weather-stripping. location: kitchen window ----------
not activeMay 5, 2014
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
all common areas of 639 geary street
not activeMay 5, 2014
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
repair elevevator in order to provide full service to all residents and their guests
not activeMay 5, 2014
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on wednesday, 14-may-2014 at 12:30 pm. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact inspector galvis to confirm appointment at 415-558-6513 or email at james.galvis@sfgov.org 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, 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 reinspection. on scheduled reinspection day, provide the inspector with a full access to all common and public areas per attached checklist. your cooperation is appreciated. important note: please be sure to review the attached "notice of violation warnings!" for information & costs associated with failure to comply with this notice of violation.
not activeJun 9, 2010
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
639 geary street
not activeJun 9, 2010
building section · provide caretaker/resident manager (1311 hc)
provide a janitor, housekeeper or responsible person shall reside upon the premises and shall have charge of every apartment house in which there are 16 or more apartments and every hotel in which there are 12 or more guestrooms.
not activeJun 9, 2010
other section · inspector comments
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 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 he/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 reinspection.