426-430 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 426-430 Broadway property is a 14-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1909, currently owned by Bittles Projects 426 Broadway. The building has undergone significant safety improvements in recent years, including a comprehensive fire system upgrade in 2017 to meet current fire codes (costing $12,800), seismic retrofitting in 2017 (with separate residential and commercial components totaling $100,000), and various electrical improvements. There have been recurring fire safety concerns noted through multiple fire complaints between 2021 and 2024, including issues with blocked exits, alarm systems, and extinguishers, though most were promptly corrected.

The building has a tier 4 soft story status with work completed and a CFC issued. Historical issues from 2010-2016 included various building maintenance and safety concerns, such as water intrusion, insect/rodent problems, and interior surface damage, all of which were abated by October 2016. The ground floor commercial space has a history of vacancy and blight issues, with multiple complaints about its condition between 2012-2014.

Recent complaints from 2022-2023 have been less frequent, though there was a documented bed bug infestation in late 2024 and recent concerns about scooter storage blocking the sidewalk. The property underwent substantial renovations and improvements between 2017-2019, including HVAC system updates, dry rot repairs, and fire safety enhancements. There have been two documented tenant buyouts under the San Francisco buyout ordinance, one for $16,085.18 in 2021 and another for $10,000 in 2018.