1946 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1946 Washington Street is a 9-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1922, currently owned by 1946 Washington St LLC. The property has undergone significant improvements and maintenance work over the past decade, with the most recent major updates including a 2023 fire alarm system upgrade ($41,256) to comply with SF Fire Code requirements, and a steam boiler replacement in October 2023. The building successfully completed required soft-story retrofitting in 2014 (as a Tier 3 property) and underwent substantial repairs to failed concrete retaining walls in 2020 ($35,168), though issues with the retaining wall affecting tenant use of the rear yard were reported in December 2021.

The property has experienced several maintenance challenges over the years, including multiple violations of housing codes in 2016-2017 relating to lead paint, water damage, mold, and heating system issues, though these were all officially abated by May 2017. The building's systems have been actively maintained, with documented improvements including reroofing work in 2014 ($18,800), electrical system upgrades, and various plumbing repairs. Fire safety has been a recurring focus, with several fire alarm system upgrades and corrections to fire escape issues documented between 2016 and 2023.

Recent electrical work in 2024 includes an upgrade to the fire alarm system to meet current safety standards. The building has had periodic inspections and repairs related to water damage, heating systems, and interior surfaces, with the most recent complaints primarily revolving around routine maintenance issues. A HazMat investigation was conducted in 2016 with no HazMat presence found, and while the building had some fire code violations in 2019, all were abated. The property's maintenance history shows regular attention to both safety systems and general upkeep, though there have been periods requiring significant remedial work.