770 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 52-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building at 770 California Street, owned by Alhambra Associates LLC, has undergone significant recent improvements following persistent heating system issues. In 2021, the building experienced a notable heating crisis with no heat for an extended period, leading to the replacement of the steam heating boiler. The property, constructed in 1927, has seen substantial unit upgrades between 2018-2022, including four complete unit remodels (Units 306, 506, 508, and 408), installation of new smoke detection systems throughout, elevator modernization, and plumbing improvements including the installation of new domestic hot water boilers.

Multiple elevator-related complaints were recorded in 2015-2017, culminating in successful modernization work completed in 2017. The building has experienced recurring heating system challenges, with multiple complaints about inadequate heat between 2009-2021, though recent boiler replacement appears to have addressed these issues. There have been several safety-related incidents worth noting, including a 2018 complaint about blocked exits and various alarm system violations between 2008-2022, all of which were subsequently corrected.

Recent complaints from late 2024 indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, with reports of public nuisance, garbage issues, and various health-related concerns including mold and mildew, though many of these cases have been resolved through city intervention. The building underwent significant fire safety improvements in 2018-2019, including installation of low-frequency sounders and smoke detectors throughout all units to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. While historical violations from the early 2000s regarding fire safety and heating systems were noted, all these issues were resolved by November 2000 according to the records.