1440 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 15-unit, 4-story apartment building at 1440 Clay Street in Nob Hill, owned by Golden Century LP, has been actively maintained since its 1914 construction. The property has completed required seismic retrofitting as a Tier 2 soft-story building, with work finalized in 2018 at a cost of $98,000. Recent maintenance includes repairs to wood stairs and drainage systems in 2020, along with electrical upgrades for motion detection lights.

The building underwent significant structural improvements and faced various maintenance challenges between 2012-2013, including multiple building code violations related to windows, stairs, fire safety, and plumbing issues, all of which were successfully abated. Recent resident complaints have primarily centered around heating system problems, particularly in Unit 2 on the first floor, where residents reported disturbing steam heater noise between 2020-2021 affecting their sleep. Security concerns emerged in early 2020 regarding the front entry door functionality, with reports of unauthorized access to the lobby.

The property has also experienced issues with exterior maintenance, including hazardous conditions in the rear yard area with an unsafe guard, though these problems were addressed through subsequent permits and inspections. Fire safety systems have been generally maintained, with no-merit findings in most recent inspections between 2022-2023. The property attempted to convert storage space into two additional units in 2016, but this application was withdrawn. Recent exterior maintenance records show regular cleaning and upkeep, with multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 related to garbage and debris management, which were all resolved.