840 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108

840 California Street is a 4-story multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, containing 30 units and built in 1908. The property has undergone significant renovations in recent years, with multiple unit improvements completed between 2019 and 2021, including comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodels, washer/dryer installations, and unit reconfigurations in apartments 35, 42, 44, 46, 37, and 38. Notably, the building completed a Tier 2 Soft Story retrofit, demonstrating commitment to seismic safety.

A major focus has been on fire safety upgrades, including multiple fire alarm system improvements, with the most recent violations in February 2024 related to alarm system maintenance and records, though these have since been abated. The building experienced several maintenance and management challenges between 2011-2016, including issues with heating systems, plumbing, and building maintenance that required tenant complaints and subsequent corrections. These historical violations primarily related to security, interior surfaces, and sanitation concerns, all of which were abated by July 2011.

Recent years have shown improved maintenance patterns, though 2024 has seen some fire alarm system violations. The most recent complaints from 2025 involve external issues with garbage and debris on the property perimeter. Multiple 311 calls in late 2024/early 2025 suggest ongoing challenges with garbage management around the property, though these are primarily street-related issues.