1400 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1400 Greenwich Street in Russian Hill, constructed in 1924, has undergone several significant improvements and faced some serious challenges over the past decade. Most recently, in 2023, Unit 6 received kitchen and bathroom remodels, completed with proper plumbing and electrical permits. The building successfully completed its mandatory soft story retrofit in 2020, addressing important seismic safety requirements. A major window replacement project was executed in 2017, involving the installation of 96 new Marvin wood sash double-hung windows, demonstrating the owner's commitment to building maintenance.

The property has experienced several concerning incidents, most notably a significant fire in August 2010 that caused temporary loss of electricity, water, and heat, affecting the entire building. This incident led to multiple violations, including issues with the central alarm system, electrical power, and hot water heating, though these were subsequently abated. Between 2019 and 2020, the building faced violations related to mold/mildew in the bathroom, malfunctioning windows, and an expired soft story retrofit permit, all of which were resolved. Recent records show ongoing maintenance activities, including various unit renovations and repairs, though there have been some recurring issues noted in 311 calls regarding garbage and debris, particularly in 2024.

The building has experienced multiple fire alarm activations over the years, though most were false alarms or system malfunctions, with the most recent fire violation being related to alarm system maintenance in 2022 and fire extinguisher service requirements, both of which were abated. The property's maintenance history shows regular updates and repairs being conducted, including plumbing repairs in 2008 and 2012, electrical improvements, and various interior unit renovations. While the building has experienced several periods of maintenance issues and violations, the records indicate that most have been addressed and resolved through appropriate channels. The recent completion of various unit improvements and the successful fulfillment of the soft story retrofit requirements suggest that the building management has been actively maintaining the property, though attention to exterior maintenance and proper handling of debris issues appears to be an ongoing concern based on recent 311 calls.