not activeJul 7, 2015
other section · inspector comments
nuisance (401(2) (1001(d) hc) 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 his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection time/date 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.
not activeJun 23, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
the common areas of 445 o'farrell street
not activeJun 23, 2015
smoke detection section · repair/service malfunctioning central alarm system. 908 & 909 sfhc
repair or service malfunctioning central alarm system. at time of inspection alarm system control panel indicated problems in the system.
not activeJun 23, 2015
smoke detection section · repair self-closing device on community bathroom door. 912 sfhc
repair/replace inoperable self-closing device on door to shower room/bathroom located adjacent to guestroom #100.
not activeJun 23, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to 'out of service' shower room. 505(b) & 1001(f) sfhc
make necessary repairs to shower room/bathroom adjacent to guestroom #200. at time of inspection a sign posted on shower room door stated "out of order" and was locked.
not activeJun 23, 2015
interior surfaces section · locate and repair source of water damage. 703 & 1001(f) sfhc
locate and repair source of water damage located on the wall/ceiling at the front entry hallway/lobby. after source of damage has been identified and repaired, make necessary repairs to wall and ceiling. patch, texturize and re-paint accordingly.
not activeJun 23, 2015
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 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.
not activeApr 1, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-room 401
not activeApr 1, 2015
building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
in room 401
not activeApr 1, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · replace sink (1001f hc)
a)-repair hot water valve, leaking b)-replace or re-finish sink replacement of sink requires a plumbing permit: *note* permits must be signed off by assigned inspector (electrical, plumbing or building )before scheduled housing reinspection
not activeApr 1, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · repair light (1001e hc)
replace missing light cover in room
not activeApr 1, 2015
sanitation section · eliminate bedbug infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
bedbug activity was noted at time of inspection, therfore you are required to follow the guidlines pursuant article 11, section 581 of the san francisco health code. pco report must be presented at time of re-inspection, no exceptions.
not activeApr 1, 2015
security requirements section · replace damaged door and jamb (100hc)
replacement of door and jamb requires a building permit: *note* permits must be signed off by assigned inspector (electrical, plumbing or building )before scheduled housing reinspection
not activeApr 1, 2015
security requirements section · provide self-closing device at entry door (706 hc)
self closer must be installed at main entry door to room 401
not activeApr 1, 2015
security requirements section · provide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry door of the following unit. (706 hc)
room 401
not activeApr 1, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 04-may-at 1:00 pm. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact inspector galvis to confirm appointment at 415-558-6513 or preferrably 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. reminder: all required permits must be signed off by the district building inspector prior to abating this complaint by the housing inspector at the above scheduled re-inspection date. contact your district building inspector at (415) 558-6096.
not activeMar 18, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-rooms 219 & 314
not activeMar 18, 2015
building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
in main room in room #314
not activeMar 18, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · repair light (1001e hc)
replace missing light cover in bathroom in room #314
not activeMar 18, 2015
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
replace missing tiles in bathroom in room #314
not activeMar 18, 2015
security requirements section · replace entry door (1001,706(3)(i)hc)
replace damaged entry door to room #219
not activeMar 18, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 29-april-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 activeMar 16, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-common areas
not activeMar 16, 2015
fire section · remove egress obstructions (801,1001(l) hc)
it was noted at time ofinspection that therewere many items in the hallways and padlocks at entry door to rooms: a)-remove all items in the common area hallways and keep clear at all times, no exceptions b)-remove padlocks at entry door from the following rooms #219 & 400
not activeMar 16, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
make the necessary repairs to the shower room on the third floor on the east side of the building.
not activeMar 16, 2015
plumbing and electrical section · replace sink (1001f hc)
replace sink in room 229, plumbing permit required: *note* permits must be signed off by assigned inspector (electrical, plumbing or building )before scheduled housing reinspection
not activeMar 16, 2015
interior surfaces section · repair lights (1001e hc)
it was noted at time of inspection that many of the community bathroom and showers were missing the light covers and light bulbs. a)-replace light covers in room 229 and all sanitation facilities
not activeMar 16, 2015
sanitation section · clean and sanitize (1306 hc)
clean and sanitize all common area floor coverings in hallways and stairways.
not activeMar 16, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on wednesday, 01-april-at 2:00 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. reminder: all required permits must be signed off by the district building inspector prior to abating this complaint by the housing inspector at the above scheduled re-inspection date. contact your district building inspector at (415) 558-6096.
not activeMar 10, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-common areas
not activeMar 10, 2015
other section · provide on site manager and contact information (1311 hc)
a janitor, housekeeper or other responsible person shall reside upon the premises and shall have charge of every apartment house in which there are 16 or more apartments and of every hotel in which there are 12 or more guestrooms, in the event that the owner of any such apartment house or hotel does not reside upon said premises. if the owner does not reside upon the premises of any apartment house in which there are more than four but less than 16 apartments, a notice stating his name and address, or the name and address of his agent in charge of the apartment house, shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises. notify all tenants/guests of the manager's room number, his or her name and phone number. note: on site manager must reside at the premises and be reachable in case of emergency.
not activeMar 10, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 13-april-at 1:00 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 activeMar 2, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell stree-common area hallways and public showers and restrooms
not activeMar 2, 2015
sanitation section · clean and sanitize (1306 hc)
it was noted at time of inspection that the common area hallways were littered with trash, items placed outside of doorways, garbage receptacle room on fourth floor was overflowing and some of the restrooms were not sanitary. a)-hallways must be kept clean and clear at all times b)-public toilets and showers must be clean and sanitary at all times c)-garbage receptacle closets must be clean and maintained in order to keep them from overflowing and doors closed at all times
not activeMar 2, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on thursday, 02-april-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 activeMar 2, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-common areas
not activeMar 2, 2015
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
repair elevator in order to provide consistent operation that is a required service to all tenants and their guests,
not activeMar 2, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 06-march-at 1:00 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 activeJan 27, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street-common areas
not activeJan 27, 2015
other section · provide hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))
it was noted at time of inspection that the laundry room had no running hot water to washer or sink due to a damaged faucet that leaks when hot water is turned on, repair or replace faucet.
not activeJan 27, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 06-february-2015-at 1:00 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 activeJan 5, 2015
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
all common areas of 445 ofarrell street
not activeJan 5, 2015
other section · provide apt. house or hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))
it was noted at time of inspection that the hot water on the first and second floor at the showers and sinks were not on, the third floor on the west side of the building was not to the required temperature, but on the east side and the fourth floor, water temperature met the requirements. make necessary repairs to meet the required temperature.
not activeJan 5, 2015
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 12-january-2015-at 1:00 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 activeOct 16, 2014
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 o'farrell st., common area and unit 326.
not activeOct 16, 2014
plumbing and electrical section · remove cord wiring (1001(d)(e)hc)
remove the electric cord wiring from the public hallway to unit 326.
not activeOct 16, 2014
other section · inspector comments
it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or to direct his/her representative to attend the reinspections 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 responsibilty 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 dwelling, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection.
not activeSep 30, 2014
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
445 ofarrell street room #400
not activeSep 30, 2014
sanitation section · eliminate bedbug infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
bedbug activity was noted at time of inspection, therfore you are required to follow the guidlines pursuant article 11, section 581 of the san francisco health code. pco report must be presented at time of re-inspection, no exceptions.
not activeSep 30, 2014
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on monday, 17-november-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.