740-746 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-story multi-family residential building at 740-746 Hyde Street, owned by Tejas Waland and Reena D Limb, was constructed in 1911 and contains 4 units. The property underwent significant renovations in 2017-2019, including a comprehensive $147,000 update of three kitchens, three bathrooms, window replacements (totaling 45 windows), and electrical improvements across three stories. Several permits were filed in early 2019, including plumbing and electrical work, though these permits later expired.

The building has a concerning history of unauthorized work and complaints, with multiple violations reported between 2001 and 2019. Notable incidents include complaints about unauthorized construction work, illegal unit modifications, and safety concerns such as blocked fire exits and scaffolding issues. The property has also experienced recurring elevator problems, requiring multiple fire department responses for stalled elevator rescues, though no civilian injuries were reported. Recent history from 2018-2024 shows continued maintenance activity, including multiple street space permits and some graffiti removal in 2024.

A tenant buyout occurred in 2018 involving two tenants at 744 Hyde Street for $65,000. The building's fire safety systems were addressed in 2019 with a violation regarding the alarm system that was subsequently abated. The property is currently experiencing issues with parking violations and waste management in the surrounding area, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in recent months. While many renovation permits were properly obtained and completed, the history of unauthorized work and complaints raises questions about past compliance with building codes and safety regulations, though there have been no recent complaints regarding similar issues.