not activeOct 9, 2009
other section · inspector comments
inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 20-november-2009 at 2:30 pm. 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 activeNov 7, 2007
building section · clean and shampoo soiled:
first floor hallway and stairway carpeting. sec. 1306hc.
not activeOct 27, 2006
building section · lack of required postings and hotel records kept and maintained on the premises, as mandated by chapter 41,of the san francisco administrative code.sec. 1002(c) of s.f.h.c.
you are instructed to post: 1)a recent copy of the certificate of use 2)a latest updated copy of a weekly report to be posted in a readily visible and conspicuous place . you are instructed to keep, maintain and provide copies of daily logs,room receipts and weekly reports,past and present to the housing inspection staff. sec. 1002 (c) s.f.h.c. full compliance with this orders are to be made by 11/1/2006.
not activeJul 24, 2006
building section · 1)remove,contain and properly dispose of peeling paint and plaster from 2nd floor public bathroom. 2)replaster,prime and paint walls and ceiling surfaces in 2nd floor common bathroom.1301hc.
2nd floor bathroom walls and ceiling surfaces are in need to be cleaned and painted.
not activeJul 24, 2006
building section · 1)clean, deodorize and sanitize garbage room walls and ceiling .1306hc. 2)contain all garbage recepticles inside garbage room.1001hc.
remove garbage can from rear stairs constituting an egress obstruction.
not activeJul 24, 2006
building section · 1)replace missing fire extinguisher on the 2nd floor hallway. 2)recharge,date tag hallway fire extinguishers on both floors.905hc.
1)missing 2nd floor hallway fire extinguisher. 2)exisitng hallway fire extinguishers are in need to be recharged,date taged and pressure tested.
not activeJul 24, 2006
building section · replace inoperative door bell to iron gate.1001hc.
malfunctioning door bell/electric strike.repeated violation.
not activeJul 24, 2006
building section · remove pedlock from rear secondary door constituting a second means of egress.801hc. note: a pedlocked second means of egress is constituting a life and safety hazard.1001hc.
blocked egress,life and safety hazard.
not activeJul 24, 2006
interior surfaces section · disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal : always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeMay 12, 2006
other section · repair non-tamperable temp.-sensing device with a + to -1 1/2 degree f. (.8 degrees c.) tol., centrally located in bldg in habitable rm (not mgr or owner's) to which heat is provided, occupied or not. (701c hc)
a) provide the required locking cover for the thermostat in #106. b) adjust the thermostat in #206 to 70 degrees f.
not activeMay 12, 2006
other section · inspector comments
important note: it is the owner's responsibility to attend the reinspection scheduled below (or to send a representative) and provide access to the areas cited. if this is not possible, the owner must obtain other inspections until compliance is confirmed. it is also the owner's responsibility to provide prior notification of intended entry to all affected tenants per california civil code 1954 (303b hc).
not activeDec 1, 2005
other section · provide heat to each habitable room for 13 hrs between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and between 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. capable of maintaining a min. room temp. of 68 degrees f. measured 3 ft. above the floor (701c hc)
a) at the time of inspection, the furnace switch as found to be in the "off" position and several tenants reported a lack of heat for some time. the switch must be left in the "on" position unless it is being serviced. if this practice of purposely depriving the tenants of the heat continues, a citation will be issued. b) provide for all units, particularly 17 and 22.
not activeDec 1, 2005
interior surfaces section · paint walls/ceilings/doors (1001b,1301 hc)
#1-bathroomm, 2nd floor common stairway and hall, #7-wall around entry door and around sink, #8-wall behind entry door, #17-entry door frame, #19-entry door frame, walls and ceiling, #22-wall around new sprinkler plumbing line, #23-entry door frame
not activeDec 1, 2005
security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
#1,6,18,19
not activeDec 1, 2005
security requirements section · provide room identification number (706 hc)
#12
not activeDec 1, 2005
building section · repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
in first floor common shower, #16-at the bottom of the frame, #7-repair/replace frame
not activeDec 1, 2005
building section · repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)
#16
not activeDec 1, 2005
interior surfaces section · clean (1306 hc)
#17-exterior of windows
not activeDec 1, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
#20-replace broken switchplate
not activeDec 1, 2005
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
remove the pigeon spikes from the path of travel over the fire escape on the roof.
not activeDec 1, 2005
sanitation section · remove refuse (1306,1307 hc)
on the front and rear of the roof top.
not activeDec 1, 2005
fire section · recharge all fire extinguishers (905, 1001(m) hc)
for all fire extinguishers: recharge and attach service date tags.
not activeDec 1, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
#7,8,11-replace vanity cabinet doors
not activeDec 1, 2005
building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
#7-replace
not activeDec 1, 2005
building section · repair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc)
#8-repair latch
not activeDec 1, 2005
building section · provide handrails (802(c),1001(b)(13)hc)
provide on the rear exit stairway where missing. mount on the right side going down, 34-38'' above the nose of the treads.
not activeDec 1, 2005
other section · inspector comments
important note: it is the owner's responsibility to attend the reinspection scheduled below (or to send a representative), and provide access to the areas cited. if this is not possible, the owner must obtain other inspections until compliance is confirmed. it is also the owner's responsibility to provide prior notification of intended entry to all affected tenants per california civil code 1954 (303b hc).
not activeDec 1, 2004
DBI code violation
You failed to comply with Notice of Violation dated 12/01/04 thereforce this department has initiated abatement proceedings against the property. SFBC Section 106.1.1
not activeDec 1, 2004
DBI code violation
NEW SALES COUNTER, PARTITION WALL DIVIDING SPACE.
not activeMay 3, 2002
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
america hotel, 1075 post street #23 and common areas.
not activeMay 3, 2002
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
stairways that lead to roof.
not activeMay 3, 2002
building section · repair windows (1001(h) hc)
windows should open and close properly. replace broken glass on window in unit #23. weatherproof windows.
not activeMay 3, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
repair ceiling light in unit #23.
not activeMay 3, 2002
security requirements section · provide self-closing devices at unit entry doors (706 hc)
restore #23's entry door.
not activeMay 3, 2002
other section · miscellaneous violations
repair damaged hand washing sink cabinet in #23.
not activeMay 3, 2002
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
repair building exterior (facade). repair walls in #23's bathroom.
not activeMay 3, 2002
interior surfaces section · disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal : always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeMay 3, 2002
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
after repairs are done.
not activeMay 3, 2002
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
under #23's hand washing sink.
not activeMay 3, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
repair slow draining tub in #23. repair leak at tub faucet.
not activeMay 3, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
repair plugged toilet in #23.
not activeMay 3, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
repair slow draining hand washing sink in #23. repair leak under hand washing sink in #23.
not activeMay 3, 2002
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
#23's carpet had evidence of water damage.
not activeMay 3, 2002
fire section · recharge all fire extinguishers (905, 1001(m) hc)
not activeMay 3, 2002
fire section · repair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)
note: property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to provide a proof of the workability of the fire escape ladders. non-working fire escape ladder is a life safety hazard and must be corrected immediately. provide a written report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have tested and are functional or contact the housing inspector (within 30 days) to witness lowering the ladder in person.
not activeJul 14, 1999
other section · inspector comments
hotel is well-maintained; no violations observed at time of inspection.
not activeDec 22, 1998
other section · set timeclock to provide the required amount and hours of heat. (701c hc)
timers are currently set at 5:00 to 8:30 am and 7:00 to 11:00 pm. reset to 5:00 to 11:00 am and 3:00 to 10:00 pm.
not activeDec 22, 1998
other section · inspector comments
reset the furnace timers within 24 hours.
not activeDec 2, 1998
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
in guest room #1 repair the leak at the bedroom and bathroom walls by the bathroom door. seek out and repair the associated leak.
not activeDec 2, 1998
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
in guest room #1.