1935 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 6-story, 42-unit multi-family residential building at 1935 Franklin Street in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1928, is currently experiencing significant maintenance issues as of late 2024. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with the heating and hot water systems, with multiple complaints in 2024 regarding lack of hot water and faulty plumbing in unit 602. The building has a history of garbage and sanitation challenges, with active violations related to the garbage chute and sprinkler requirements filed in May 2024, and previous complaints about locked garbage chutes and sanitation in the laundry room.

Recent electrical and fire safety upgrades are in progress, including a fire alarm system upgrade to meet current codes and a planned trash chute closure. The building has undergone several renovation projects in recent years, including the addition of new units in 2021, and multiple unit renovations between 2015-2022, though these improvements have been accompanied by ongoing maintenance concerns. The property has a documented history of fire safety inspections and violations, with the most recent violation issued in November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements, though there have been no serious fire incidents recorded.

The building's management has historically addressed many maintenance issues through permits and renovations, including boiler replacements in 2019-2022 and various unit upgrades. However, the recent pattern of complaints regarding basic utilities and sanitation suggests ongoing challenges with building systems maintenance. The property is currently under ownership by SF Multifamily V Property O, and recent filings indicate attention to both safety compliance and unit modernization, though some repairs and improvements appear to be lagging based on tenant complaints.