744-746 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story multi-family residential building at 744-746 Broadway in North Beach, owned by Lee Stephen & Margaret Fmly, was built in 1907 and contains 5 residential units plus commercial space. The property has undergone several significant accessibility improvements in recent years, including the installation of a power door operator in 2021-2022 to comply with the accessible building entrance program. The building has experienced recurring issues with its mechanical systems, particularly heating (with a violation in 2015) and plumbing, as evidenced by multiple sewage backup incidents from 2023-2025.

Fire safety has been a notable concern, with violations related to fire escapes, sprinkler systems, and extinguishers recorded between 2018-2019, though most were either corrected or found to be without merit. A significant number of routine inspections and violations were documented during the 2000-2015 period, including issues with building maintenance, interior surfaces, and lead paint concerns. Recent building activity includes multiple sewer discharge incidents in late 2023 through early 2025, suggesting ongoing infrastructure challenges.

The commercial space within the building has apparently been vacant as of August 2023, according to a listing on Craigslist. The property has a history of plumbing issues, with multiple sewer-related complaints and repairs noted between 2019 and 2025. Regular inspections have revealed various maintenance needs over the years, but many violations have been promptly addressed or abated. The building's fire safety systems have required attention on multiple occasions, with several inspections noting issues with sprinklers, standpipes, and fire escapes, though many of these problems have been resolved or marked as "No Merit" upon investigation.