1400-1412 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 5-story multi-family residential building at 1400-1412 California Street, owned by SF Multifamily IV Property, was constructed in 1914 and contains 37 units. The property has undergone significant renovations and maintenance work over the past several years, with major improvements including comprehensive unit renovations in 2019-2020 (upgrading 9 units with new kitchens, bathrooms, and washer/dryer installations) and substantial fire safety system upgrades in 2020-2021, including a new fire alarm control unit and smoke detectors. More recent concerns include multiple plumbing issues, with complaints about leaking pipes in 2024, and a mail delivery problem reported in July 2024 regarding removed mailboxes.

The building has experienced recurring elevator problems, with complaints in 2021 and previous violations in 2014 regarding elevator service. The property has also had several fire safety violations, including alarm system maintenance issues in 2018, 2020, and 2022, though these were subsequently abated. Recent building improvements include AT&T telecom modifications in 2022 and additional upgrades in 2023, showing ongoing investment in building infrastructure.

However, there are persistent concerns about the building's plumbing systems, with multiple complaints about leaks and pipe condition in 2024. The property has maintained active compliance with most building codes, though there have been periodic issues requiring attention, particularly regarding fire safety systems and elevator operation. The building's location has generated various 311 calls regarding street conditions and debris, primarily related to external building maintenance.