236-238 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94102
The 16-unit, 5-story apartment building at 236-238 Leavenworth Street in the Tenderloin has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades in recent years, with particular attention to fire safety systems. Most notably, in 2024, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing over $42,000 to comply with current fire codes, including new smoke detectors, pull stations, horn strobes, and sounders in all units. There have been recent issues with the building's boiler permit compliance, with an active complaint filed in November 2024 regarding the need to renew the permit for serial number C18290770.
A fire incident occurred in April 2024 involving a metal shed behind the building, though this was promptly addressed. The building has a history of addressing various maintenance and safety concerns, including the installation of a new fire alarm system, security gate legalization, and recent improvements to the ground floor commercial space. Between 2019 and 2024, multiple fire safety violations were noted and subsequently corrected, including issues with fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and sprinkler systems. The property has shown responsiveness to maintenance needs, as evidenced by the replacement of the hot water boiler in 2019, electrical upgrades in 2019, and various plumbing improvements.
While historical records from the mid-2000s show more significant violations related to sanitation, fire escape maintenance, and a rodent infestation, these issues appear to have been resolved, with more recent complaints focusing primarily on system compliance and maintenance. The building's management has been actively working on various improvement projects, including a pending proposal to convert the ground floor commercial space into additional units and enhance building amenities like laundry facilities and garbage areas. Recent activity has included regular maintenance and upgrades, such as the installation of a new exterior sign in 2024, and improvements to comply with current codes and standards. The property has experienced recurring issues with garbage and debris on the premises, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024, and there is currently one open noise complaint related to amplified sound from November 2024.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 16 |
|---|---|
| Year built | 1914 |
| Total area | 8750 sq ft |
| Floors | 5 |
| Tax Abatements | None |
| Building Class | A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more |

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