1426-1430 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 4-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 1426-1430 Washington St in Nob Hill, owned by the Merill & Laura W Jew 1985 Rev Trust, has experienced significant and concerning issues in recent months. Most notably, the building has active plumbing and electrical violations filed on November 30, 2023, including problems with water intrusion, hazardous electrical wiring, and multiple leaks affecting various units, with reports of a waste line rupture causing damage to tenant property. These violations also cite issues with bathroom ventilation, damaged walls and ceilings, and general dilapidation.

The property has a notable history of staircase maintenance concerns, with permits filed in 2024 for both extensive repairs and reconstruction of the rear stairs, and a recent plumbing permit for house trap replacement. The building has undergone several roofing projects over the years, with records showing re-roofing work completed in 2003, 2008, and 2010, and fungus damage remediation in 2000. Historical records from the 1980s show the property underwent conservation compliance work. The building's safety and maintenance history includes multiple fire alarm system malfunctions, though no civilian injuries were reported in these incidents.

A concerning pattern of electrical issues has emerged in recent months, with tenant reports of non-GFCI outlets in bathrooms and kitchens, and problematic electrical outlets that generate heat and cause circuit breakers to trip. The building has also experienced problems with windows, doors, fire extinguishers, and lead-based paint concerns, all documented in the recent NOV issued in December 2023. Recent maintenance patterns show some responsiveness to structural issues, as evidenced by the various stairway repairs and plumbing work being permitted in 2024, though many interior problems remain unresolved. The property has generated multiple 311 calls in recent months related to various maintenance and utility issues, including parking complaints and sewer service requests, indicating ongoing concerns with building systems and tenant experience.