1740 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1740 Washington Street is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, constructed in 1922 and currently owned by Harband Martin E Trustee. The building has undergone significant modernization and safety improvements over the past decade, including a comprehensive soft-story retrofit completed in 2017 (cost: $70,000) and a major fire alarm system upgrade in 2021 (cost: $22,068) that included new smoke detectors and central station monitoring. Between 2013 and 2019, multiple units (201, 202, 203, 302, 304) received extensive renovations including kitchen and bathroom updates, with corresponding electrical and plumbing improvements. The building experienced several concerning incidents between 2011 and 2024, though most have been resolved.

There were water intrusion issues reported in 2020 and 2024, primarily related to tenant bathroom usage. In 2011, there were multiple violations regarding water damage, interior surfaces, and lead paint concerns that were subsequently abated. Recent fire safety inspections in 2023 and 2024 have shown "Condition Corrected" or "No Merit" dispositions, indicating generally good maintenance of life safety systems. The building has faced some permit compliance issues, particularly during 2019-2020 regarding unauthorized work and construction hours.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upgrades to infrastructure, including a new boiler installation in 2008, electrical system upgrades in 2012 (400 amp service) and 2019, as well as kitchen remodels in multiple units. The building's fire safety systems have generally been well-maintained, with prompt corrections noted in inspection records. Recent 311 calls have primarily related to parking enforcement and street cleaning issues rather than building-specific problems. The soft-story retrofit program's completion demonstrates compliance with seismic safety requirements, and while multiple building permits have been issued and completed over the years, there is occasional tenant concern about construction practices and hours, particularly during recent renovation periods.