1441 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1441 Clay Street in Nob Hill, built in 1922 and currently owned by Divco Group LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. The most pressing recent concern is an active general maintenance complaint filed in June 2024, with previous heating system problems in early 2024 that were temporarily addressed with the installation of a new steam boiler in January 2024. The building faced serious structural concerns in 2016, with violations issued regarding a deteriorating brick retaining wall at the rear of the property that was not fully resolved until 2018 when repair work costing $18,000 was completed.

Between 2014 and 2016, the building underwent substantial interior renovations in multiple units (1, 4, 6, 8, and 9), including kitchen relocations and bathroom remodels, with associated electrical and plumbing work totaling over $300,000. The building's safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple fire code violations recorded over the years, including issues with sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, and alarm systems, though these were generally corrected promptly. Recent 311 calls in early 2025 have documented various street-level issues near the building, including garbage, debris, and sidewalk concerns.

The building's history includes several heating system failures (most recently in 1997 and 2024), structural problems (notably the 2016 retaining wall issues), and routine maintenance violations that have been addressed through various repairs and improvements. While many earlier violations have been resolved, including a significant cluster of issues documented in 2009 related to security, fire safety, and plumbing systems, the building continues to experience periodic maintenance challenges, as evidenced by recent complaints about heat systems and general maintenance issues. The property has also had its share of street maintenance concerns, with recent 311 calls reporting issues with encampments and debris near the property line, though these are not directly related to the building's internal conditions.