728-730 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 23-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 728-730 Washington Street in the Financial District North, owned by Chin Jin H & Jane H Trust, was constructed in 1925 and has undergone numerous renovations and faced several significant issues over the years. Most recently, there are open violations from 2023 related to sleeping area requirements and alarm system maintenance. In 2015, a serious incident occurred when the building's boiler was turned off by PG&E due to hazardous carbon monoxide leaks, though this was resolved by August 2015.

The building has experienced recurring issues with its fire safety systems, as evidenced by multiple violations and complaints between 2017 and 2024 concerning alarm systems, sprinklers, and fire extinguishers, with the most recent violation in November 2023 still pending resolution. The property has undergone various unit renovations, including substantial bathroom and kitchen remodels in units 206, 401, 405, and 406 between 2009 and 2016, with associated electrical and plumbing upgrades. A notable cluster of complaints in 2014 pointed to maintenance issues, including lack of heat, mold concerns, and various repair needs that were subsequently addressed.

The building's systems have required ongoing attention, with electrical panel replacements (notably addressing outdated Federal Pacific panels in 2017) and temporary tiebacks installation in 2019. Historical violations from 2002 included various fire safety concerns, lead paint issues, and egress problems, though these were all abated by February 2002. Recent external service calls (2024) have primarily involved street cleaning and sidewalk maintenance issues rather than building-specific problems, though there was an unaddressed graffiti issue reported in June 2024. The building's management has generally responded to violations and complaints, with many issues being resolved or "Condition Corrected" upon follow-up inspections, though several fire safety violations remain open as of late 2023.