444-446 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 12-unit, three-story apartment building at 444-446 Lombard Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by John T. Hayden, has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades since its construction in 1908. Most recently, in August 2023, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade to include low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas, with work continuing through June 2023. The building completed mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit work in 2015, which included significant structural improvements such as Ufer ground installation and temporary relocation of the electrical panel.

The property has maintained active attention to infrastructure needs, including water heater replacements in 2011 and 2017, sewer line replacement in 2010, and roof replacement in 2019. The building has experienced some maintenance challenges, most notably a current active complaint from January 2025 regarding a ceiling leak and mold issue in the bathroom of Unit 1. While there have been multiple fire safety complaints over the years regarding extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems, most of these issues have been promptly addressed and corrected, with the exception of a few where no merit was found. Historical improvements include foundation reinforcement work completed in 1995, deck repairs in 2013, and various plumbing upgrades. The property has undergone routine inspections, and while there were several fire safety violations documented in 2006, these were all abated by July 2006.

Recent external maintenance issues have included sidewalk defects, tree maintenance needs, and various general cleaning matters, though many of these have been resolved through appropriate city channels. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing major structural and safety concerns, particularly in recent years, with all major seismic retrofit requirements completed. Recent plumbing complaints from 2025 regarding leaks suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, though these appear to be isolated incidents. The building has maintained active compliance with fire safety requirements through regular inspections and prompt responses to any identified issues, with most violations being addressed in a timely manner. The property has a documented history of addressing infrastructure needs as they arise, with substantial investments in safety systems, structural improvements, and routine maintenance throughout its history.