1449 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1449 Washington Street, owned by Jesse Apartments LP, was constructed in 1910 and has undergone significant maintenance and upgrades over the past decade. Most notably, the building completed its required soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3) with the installation of plywood shear walls and concrete grape beams. There have been several fire safety system upgrades, including a $23,000 fire alarm system upgrade in 2020 to comply with SFFC and NFPA codes.

The building's electrical and plumbing systems have received substantial attention, with multiple unit renovations between 2007-2013 involving kitchen and bathroom improvements, including new fixtures and high-efficiency lighting. The property has experienced recurring fire safety-related issues, with annual fire complaints regarding alarm systems and extinguishers from 2017 through 2023, though most were promptly corrected. Significant tenant complaints filed in 2013 highlighted issues with windows causing mold problems and concerns about unpermitted heating units.

The building experienced various maintenance challenges in the early 2000s, including problems with stairs, doors, fire escape ladders, and heating systems, all of which were subsequently addressed. Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned external issues like graffiti and street cleaning. The property now appears to be current with major building codes, having completed its soft-story retrofit and various system upgrades, though the recurring nature of fire system complaints suggests ongoing monitoring of safety systems remains necessary.