1515 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1515 Leavenworth Street is a two-story, 7-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1909, currently owned by Ferrigno Family Living Trust. The building has undergone significant improvements over the past several years, most notably completing its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 (Tier 3) and a substantial fire alarm system upgrade in early 2024 costing $28,789 to comply with current fire code requirements. The property has a complex history regarding unit legalization and conversion; between 2015 and 2016, efforts were made to convert an illegal unit into an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) and legalize another unit, with some permits ultimately cancelled.

The building's electrical system has also seen upgrades, including a 200A service installation in 2009. Historically, the building experienced several violations and complaints, particularly in 2001 when multiple fire safety issues were identified, including problems with combustible storage, handrails, damaged ceilings, and other safety concerns - all of which were abated by December 2001. A routine inspection in 2008 noted various issues including concerns about lead-based paint, though these were also resolved.

More recently, there have been some environmental cleanliness concerns around the property, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris, though most of these were resolved promptly. The building has experienced two fire-related incidents since 2018, with one involving smoke odor and another recorded as a false alarm, though fortunately neither resulted in civilian injuries. Recent maintenance and compliance work, including the 2024 fire alarm upgrade and completion of the soft-story retrofit, suggests the property is being actively managed, with attention to current safety and building requirements.