700 Ofarrell St

The 5-story, 38-unit multi-family residential building at 700 Ofarrell St, constructed in 1911 and owned by Eddie & Alice Moriguchi 199, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in late 2022 and early 2023, there were multiple incidents of water damage affecting unit 506, with complaints about leaking ceilings and water intrusion [202301072; 202300917]. In early 2023, the building received multiple violations for water damage (both source location and wall/ceiling repairs), though these were abated by February 2023. A concerning violation related to sleeping area requirements was issued in November 2023 and remains open as of the latest records. The building has undergone several improvement projects, including a significant $75,000 lobby renovation in 2015 that included security upgrades, and unit 108 received extensive remodeling in 2017 (kitchen and bathroom updates with associated plumbing and electrical work). Major infrastructure work was completed in 2010 with the installation of new wood stairs providing a second means of egress. Historical violations from 2013 included multiple interior maintenance issues such as plumbing problems, water damage, and a cockroach infestation, though these were also subsequently abated. The building's fire safety systems appear to have regular inspection and maintenance issues, with violations noted for sprinkler systems (2018), alarm systems (2016, 2017), and a sleeping area requirement violation in 2023. While there have been no reported civilian injuries in recent fire incidents, the building has experienced various non-injury situations requiring fire department assistance, primarily for medical assistance and service calls. The property's maintenance history shows consistent attention to repairs and improvements, though recurring issues suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure.