not activeOct 24, 2017
interior surfaces section · remove and properly dispose peeling and flaking paint at womens shower to prevent a lead hazard and apply a new weather proofing (paint). see attached lead hazard warning. (703 & 1301 hc)
remove and properly dispose peeling and flaking paint at the third floor women's ada shower as needed. following proper removal and abatement, apply a new coat of weather proofing - re-paint. see attached lead hazard warning.
not activeOct 24, 2017
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.3423, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 252-3800 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 activeOct 24, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
replace the missing tiles at the floor to the shower in the third floor women's shower to stalls over from the ada shower.
not activeOct 24, 2017
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeOct 10, 2017
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeOct 10, 2017
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)
remove the trash from the open vent at the ada shower in the men's room on the second floor.
not activeOct 10, 2017
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on walls (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
eliminate the mold/mildew in the shower next to the first toilet in the second floor men's room.
not activeOct 10, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
replace the missing tiles at the following showers: 1) shower next to first toilet in the men's room on the second floor. 2) shower two over from the ada shower in the men's room on the third floor.
not activeOct 10, 2017
security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
provide an eye viewer for the door to room #212.
not activeOct 10, 2017
building section · repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
repair/replace the windows at the following locations. 1) the window at the fire escape opposite room 212 would not stay open on its own at the time of inspection. 2) the window at the fire escape opposite room 392 had a damaged sash. 3) the window on the right side in the rear stairwell between the second and third floors had a window sash that was loose in the frame. repair the windows in an approved manner so that they open easily, remain open, close easily and secure shut. if window assemblies are replaced with new windows a building permit is required. individual window sash may be replaced in kind without a building permit.
not activeOct 10, 2017
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeOct 3, 2017
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeOct 3, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
make necessary repairs to the ada showers. the shower heads were missing at the ada showers in the men's rooms on the first and second floors.
not activeOct 3, 2017
fire section · remove egress obstruction at hallways and fire escapes (801,1001(l) hc)
remove all items that block egress in the hallways or acess to the fire escapes. at the time of inspection there were bikes and other personal items in hallways and rooms that provide access to fire escapes. permanently remove these items.
not activeOct 3, 2017
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 27, 2017
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeApr 27, 2017
building section · repair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc) repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc) repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
repair/replace the following windows based on conditions found at the time of inspection: 1) the window at the fire escape next to room 316 could not be locked. 2) the window at the fire escape opposite room 306 could not be locked. 3) the window next to room 304 had a broken sash cord. 4) the window next to room 339 had a broken sash cord. 5) the window next to room 231 had a broken sash cord. 6) the window at the fire escape near room 208 could not be locked. repair the windows in an approved manner so that they open easily, remain open, close easily and secure shut. if window assemblies are replaced with new windows a building permit is required. individual window sash may be replaced in kind without a building permit.
not activeApr 27, 2017
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
eliminate mold/mildew in the 1st floor and 3rd floor men's bathrooms as needed.
not activeApr 27, 2017
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
repair damaged walls in the following locations: 1) area near bottom of wall in ada toilet in 1st floor mens room. 2) middle shower in first floor mens room. 3) holes above door to room 230.
not activeApr 27, 2017
smoke detection section · fire alarm maintenance 909(d) hc
testing and certification is required. current dated certification must be visible and posted on the fire alarm panel.
not activeApr 27, 2017
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
replace the missing floor tiles near room 335.
not activeApr 27, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
1) replace the missing shower head for the ada shower in the mens bathroom on the 3rd floor. 2) replace the missing tiles in the showers in the 2nd floor mens bathroom.
not activeApr 27, 2017
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
paint as needed at the ada shower in the mens bathroom on the 3rd floor.
not activeApr 27, 2017
building section · general dilapidation or improper maintenance 1001.(b)(13) hc
repair/replace the electrical exit sign near room 396.
not activeApr 27, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · provide the required public sanitary facilities. (505(b)hc)
reopen the ada shower in the mens bathroom on the second floor.
not activeApr 27, 2017
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
replace the broken toilet seat at the toilet next to the ada stall in the 2nd floor mens bathroom.
not activeApr 27, 2017
building section · self certification for smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors (420.4, 907.2.11, 3401.6.1 sfbc)
return the self certification affidavit to the address listed at the bottom of the form or hand it to the inspector on scheduled re-inspection date.
not activeApr 27, 2017
building section · repair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)
regular fire escape maintenance required. note: property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to provide proof of the workability of the fire escape ladders. a non-working fire escape is a life safty hazard and must be corrected immediately. provide a written and signed report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have been tested and are functional or you are required to lower the ladder on re-inspection day to verify its proper full release.
not activeApr 27, 2017
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 25, 2017
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeApr 25, 2017
fire section · remove egress obstruction (801,1001(l) hc)
remove personal belongings from the hallways and the rooms that access the fire escapes as needed. bicycles and other items were observed in the hallways in multiple locations and the fire escapes were blocked near rooms 289 and 392 at the time of inspection.
not activeApr 25, 2017
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)
remove all garbage and discarded items from the bottoms of the lightwells as needed. garbage was noted in the lightwell near 295 and a bin of dog food was noted in the lightwell near room 241 at the time of inspecion.
not activeApr 25, 2017
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeNov 18, 2016
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeNov 18, 2016
fire section · remove egress obstruction at hallways (801,1001(l) hc)
remove the personal items in the hallways and rooms that access the fire escapes. at the time of inspection bicycles and other items were observed at several locations in the hallways.
not activeNov 18, 2016
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
replace the missing toilet seat in the 2nd floor mens room 2nd stall from the right.
not activeNov 18, 2016
plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
replace all missing shower heads in the second and third floor bathrooms. at the time of inspecion it was noted that the ada showers were missing their shower heads. replace these and others as needed.
not activeNov 18, 2016
smoke detection section · repair smoke detector at hallway (908, 911 hc)
reattach the smoke detector that is hanging by its wires near room 258.
not activeNov 18, 2016
interior surfaces section · paint ceilings and walls (1001b,1301 hc)
paint all patched areas in the 2nd floor mens room and as needed.
not activeNov 18, 2016
other section · inspector comments
due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeJul 1, 2016
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 520 south van ness ave.
not activeJul 1, 2016
fire section · remove egress obstruction at hallways (801,1001(l) hc)
remove all personal belongings and bicycles from the hallways throughout the entire building. hallways and the paths to the fire escapes are to remain clear at all times. at the time of inspection bicycles and other personal belongings were noted in the hallways near rooms 308, 385, 267, 226, 154, 150, 148. bed frames were stored partially blocking the fire escape in the room opposite 392.
not activeJul 1, 2016
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)
remove the discarded items from the lightwell below room 380.
not activeJul 1, 2016
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling and wall (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
eliminate the mold/mildew at the ceilings and walls of the mens rooms on the first and second floors and as needed.
not activeJul 1, 2016
plumbing and electrical section · repair light (1001e hc)
repair the light fixture in the room that accesses the fire escape next to room 201.
not activeJul 1, 2016
building section · repair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc) repair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc) repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc) repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
repair the windows in an approved manner so that they open easily, remain open, close easily and secure shut. ***note: if windows are replaced a permit is required. a window sash may be replaced without a permit. 1) repair the window near room 340. the window does not lock and there is a loose pane that is not properly sealed. 2) repair the loose window sash at the fire escape opposite room 392. the window sash is being kept in place by means of a screw. 3) provide a lock for the window at the fire escape opposite room 385.
not activeJul 1, 2016
fire section · provide date tag for fire extinguisher type 2a 10bc or equivalent (905, 1001(m) hc)
provide a current date tag for the fire extinguisher at the roof entrance at the rear of the builidng.
not activeJul 1, 2016
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
paint the patched areas in the mens room on the first floor.
not activeJul 1, 2016
security requirements section · provide deadlatch locks with min 1/2" throw at exit doors (706 hc)
1) provide a deadlatch lock for the door to the roof at the rear of the building. 2) provide a dead latch lock with door handle for room 366 in addition to a deadbolt lock which appears to be in place already.
not activeJul 1, 2016
smoke detection section · replace smoke detector at stairs (908,911 hc)
replace the smoke detector at the top of the stairs near the entrance to the roof at the rear of the building.