2440 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

2440 Van Ness Avenue is a 21-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1913 in San Francisco's Russian Hill neighborhood. The property has undergone several significant improvements and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most recently, in 2023-2024, the building completed a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade to meet current safety codes, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and new fire alarm devices.

The building has successfully completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit, receiving a Certificate of Final Completion, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Significant infrastructure improvements include a complete electrical service upgrade in 2022 with a new 400-amp system, and a new steam heating boiler installation in 2018. The building has experienced recurring heating system issues, with the most recent complaints in early 2023 regarding inadequate heat maintenance in occupied units, though these violations were abated promptly.

Several historical violations have been recorded, including water damage issues in 2015 and multiple boiler permit compliance matters in 2013-2020, all of which were eventually resolved. The property underwent notable improvements in 2021 with the approved addition of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) within the ground floor, though this required temporary relocation of existing laundry and storage facilities. Additional maintenance work has included exterior wood stair repairs in 2012 and various plumbing upgrades, including sewerline and housetrap replacement in 2008. The building's management has generally addressed violations and complaints, with most issues being resolved promptly once brought to attention, demonstrating ongoing efforts to maintain building safety and compliance with city regulations.