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1437 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

4
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
10
311 Calls
3
Permits

Risk Assessment

28
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 28% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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1437 Chestnut Street is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1926 in San Francisco's Marina district, currently owned by the John J Howse Ins Trust 2012. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, most notably a fire alarm system upgrade in 2024 to comply with San Francisco Fire Department requirements, and a seismic retrofit in 2017 as a Tier 3 soft-story building. Between 2021-2022, substantial interior remodeling work was completed on units 2, 22, and 32, including bathroom additions, kitchen relocations, and closet modifications, with corresponding updates to plumbing and electrical systems.

The building's maintenance and safety history shows various compliance issues and resident concerns, particularly regarding fire safety systems and building maintenance. Fire safety inspections between 2006 and 2024 have identified recurring issues with the alarm system and fire extinguishers, though most violations have been promptly corrected. Recent complaints from November 2024 noted concerns about rodent presence in the garage and loose stair railing, while previous complaints from 2021 reported plumbing issues and unaddressed ceiling repairs. The property has maintained regular safety inspections, with most historical violations being resolved, though some recent maintenance concerns suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep.

The building's infrastructure has received attention over the years, with major works including siding replacement in 2008, reroofing in 1999, and various unit renovations. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to parking enforcement issues, with multiple reports of blocked driveways between 2018-2024. The building's fire safety systems, while receiving periodic attention and upgrades, have shown recurring issues requiring inspection and correction, most recently in 2023 with a violation regarding alarm system maintenance that was subsequently abated. The property's historical records also show regular routine inspections dating back to the late 1990s, suggesting consistent oversight by housing authorities.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Marina.

Building Characteristics

Total units 12
Year built 1926
Total area 10566 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units
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Key Building Statistics

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Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
9
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
10
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
3
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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1437 Chestnut St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
John J Howse Ins Trust 2012John J Howse 2644 Webster St San Francisco CA 94123

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1437 Chestnut St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 1437 Chestnut St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-27 15:56:33+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchblocking_driveway_cite_towNone Closed
2025-07-15 08:02:30+00:00 Sewer PUC - WaterotherNone Closed
2025-01-20 12:08:31+00:00 Blocked Street and Sidewalk PW - Street and Environmental Servicesblocked_sidewalkresidential_totter Closed
2024-10-27 00:31:30+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchblocking_driveway_cite_towNone Closed
2024-05-22 09:02:00+00:00 Parking Enforcement Parking Enforcement Dispatch QueueBlocking_Driveway_Cite_TowRed - Toyota Camry - 8PQJ525 Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2024-11-07 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 06-nov-24; time last observed: 11:00am; identity of person performing the work: sjk development ; floor: 1; exact location: garage; building type: residence/dwelling stairway safety; insects/rodents; ; additional information: rodents present in the garage. one dead rodent has been present for several days. management first notified in february but does not respond or address the issue. back stairwell railing is also loose. Not Active View on DBI
2021-11-15 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 13-nov-21; time last observed: 11:35pm; identity of person performing the work: sjk development ; exact location: side bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other building; ; additional information: follow-up to previous complaint. leak issue subsequently returned and owners fixed it but did not patch up ceiling as instructed by the previous inspector. i have waited two months for them to come back and finish on their own but they have not returned. email was sent to building manager asking for the work to be completed but no response was received after one week Not Active View on DBI
2021-05-11 00:00:00+00:002021-09-01 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 10-may-21; time last observed: 9:45pm; floor: 1; unit: 3 & 4; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling plumbing leak; mold; leaking ceiling; ; additional information: water leaking from ceiling when shower is in use. leak confirmed by maintenance workers several times but landlord refuses to repair.; Not Active View on DBI
2017-12-26 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection Division8 unit apartment building. a few units getting smoke from welding. --- smoke coming from construction welding in garage gets into our apartments. they tell us to open our windows but that doesn't stop it from going away. (311 sr#8360181) Not Active View on DBI
2016-07-07 00:00:00+00:002016-09-15 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRoutine safety inspection Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2021-05-11T00:00:00.000Z violation location 1437 chestnut st. apt #4 and common areas building sectionnot active
2021-05-11T00:00:00.000Z inspectors comments "it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. you can reach inspector maher @ 415-558-6160 or by email at derek.maher@sfgov.org " other sectionnot active
2021-05-11T00:00:00.000Z locate and repair source of water damage. 703 & 1001(f) sfhc locate and repair source of water damage in an approved manner. at time of re-inspection provide written proof of work done by certified professional to determine source of leak and repair done to prevent further leakage and water damage. water damage was found on ceiling of bathroom. water damage was also found at tradesmans entrance as well. interior surfaces sectionnot active
2021-05-11T00:00:00.000Z repair/replace inoperable appliances. 1001(e) sfhc repair or replace inoperable oven repair or replace leaking refridgerator interior surfaces sectionnot active
2021-05-11T00:00:00.000Z repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc) remove or cover damaged/peeling paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. see lead hazard warning (1001k,1001h) "lead hazard warning: disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. repair interior ceilings to like new condition. repair exterior ceilings to like new condition including fire rating. this work must be done by a certified professional and written certification must be probided to abate this item. for interior or exterior paint removal : always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.327, sfebc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 252-3800 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97. " interior surfaces sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-03-22T00:00:00.000Z1437 Chestnut Stalarm system maintained abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2025-04-16 00:00:00+00:00733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunctionNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 1437 Chestnut St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

Plumbing system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

Planning records for the property.

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Tenant Buyouts

Tenant buyout records for the property.

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