396 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 396 Lombard Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Traverso Survivors Trust, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1926. Most recently, in 2022, the building received plumbing upgrades including the replacement of kitchen drain and vent lines at lightwell units 1 & 3 and their associated roof drains. A major sewer line replacement from the building line to the curb was completed in 2015, along with significant bathroom remodels in units 1 and 3 in 2011 that addressed dry rot issues and included fixture replacements.

The building has a documented history of addressing maintenance and safety concerns, with all identified violations from a 2006 routine inspection related to fire safety (smoke detectors and fire extinguisher recharging) being promptly abated within one month. Multiple roofing projects were completed in the 1990s, and regular maintenance appears to be continuing. Recent activity at the property has included several 311 calls in 2024 primarily related to street cleaning and debris issues outside the building, as well as parking enforcement requests.

The building's security and safety systems have been tested, with records showing responses to carbon monoxide detector activation and lock-in situations, though no injuries were reported in these incidents. There have been no recurring safety concerns or violations in recent years, and the property has maintained compliance with building codes through regular updates and repairs. The most recent building permit activity was for street space permits in 2008 and 2016, suggesting occasional use of public space for maintenance work.