60 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94102

60 Leavenworth Street is a 28-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1923 in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood. The property has experienced significant recent challenges, most notably a serious fire incident in July 2024 that caused substantial damage to multiple units (42, 43, and others), with structural cleaning and repairs now estimated at $700,000 and multiple active building permits issued in October 2024 for renovation work, including electrical system updates and bathroom/kitchen renovations in eight units. The building has a history of fire safety compliance issues, with multiple citations and violations related to alarm systems, sprinklers, and sleeping area requirements between 2022 and 2024.

Recent permits show ongoing efforts to improve fire safety systems, including a $44,444 project to install new smoke detectors and sounders in unit sleeping areas, though the system remains non-supervisory due to the absence of a sprinkler system. The building has faced various maintenance and safety challenges over the years, including elevator outages, heating system problems, and window replacements. A notable concern was the illegal short-term rental operation in Unit 24, which has since been abated.

The property has generated numerous 311 calls in early 2025 regarding garbage and debris issues, particularly involving human waste and other materials on the property. Historical records show earlier violations related to structural modifications, elevator maintenance, and various housing code concerns from 2012-2014, many of which were ultimately resolved. Recent boiler permit renewal issues in 2024 suggest ongoing maintenance compliance challenges, though these are no longer active as of January 2025.