1737 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 9-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1737 Chestnut Street, constructed in 1932, has undergone extensive renovations and faced several significant issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently two active building complaints from late 2024 regarding water damage, with reports of leaks in the garage and an entry lobby ceiling affecting historic plaster. In 2024, there was a major renovation project involving electrical work throughout the building, which sparked multiple complaints in May 2024 about construction disturbances and unauthorized electrical work.

Recent improvements include the installation of a new fire alarm system with low frequency sounders to meet current code requirements, and comprehensive unit renovations in Units 1, 4, and 7 involving kitchen conversions, bathroom installations, and laundry facilities, with work continuing into 2024. The building has also addressed several infrastructure needs, including a new roof (2022), boiler replacement (2019), and common laundry facilities installation (2024). The property has a history of addressing safety and maintenance issues, completing a soft-story retrofit, and installing new fire safety equipment.

However, there are concerning patterns in recent inspections and complaints, including multiple violations related to water damage, weatherproofing issues, and damage to walls and ceilings as of late 2024. Previous renovation work in 2022-2023 generated significant tenant complaints regarding dust, debris, and potential mold exposure. Older building history shows past violations in 2006 related to fire safety equipment, which were subsequently resolved. While the building has undergone substantial upgrades and improvements, the recent pattern of active complaints regarding water damage and building envelope issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that require attention.