1429 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 15-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1429 Leavenworth Street in Nob Hill, owned by the Chow Family Trust, has undergone several significant improvements and faced numerous maintenance challenges since its construction in 1913. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (with a CFC issued) and received a new roof in 2017 at a cost of $27,950. Most recently, in October 2024, the building is scheduled for a complete replacement of all 15 unit meters with a 200-amp main connection due to insurance requirements.

The building has experienced recurring heating system issues, with complaints about no heat in 2022 and 2023, and in December 2024, there are active complaints regarding peeling exterior paint and accessibility concerns with the ground floor entrance. The property has a documented history of maintenance issues and violations, particularly relating to fire safety systems. Notable past fire safety violations include problems with alarm systems (most recently in September 2023), fire extinguishers (2021), and various security requirements.

The building underwent significant plumbing work in 2022, involving repairs in units 102 and 203 that resulted in temporary loss of bathroom facilities for unit 203 and affected multiple floors. Additional maintenance concerns have included elevator outages, door access issues, and water leaks, with various complaints filed between 2022 and 2024. The property has maintained basic compliance with major safety requirements, completing seismic upgrades and various required repairs, though some historical violations remained active until addressed by June 2009.