1745-1765 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 50-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building at 1745-1765 Van Ness Avenue, built in 1928 and owned by Benjamin Arms Lp, has undergone significant recent renovations and faced several concerning maintenance issues. Most notably, there were recurring water intrusion and mold problems reported in Unit 508 between 2023-2024, including complaints about construction debris management and elevator malfunctions during 2022-2023. Recent improvements include a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in 2023 valued at over $100,000 to comply with current safety standards, along with multiple unit renovations between 2018-2022 involving bedroom additions and kitchen/bathroom remodels in Units 102, 402, 504, 606, 306, and 202, totaling several hundred thousand dollars in improvements.

The building has experienced multiple fire safety-related complaints and violations between 2013-2023, including issues with the alarm system, blocked exits, and sprinkler systems, though these have generally been corrected or abated. The property has undergone various infrastructure upgrades, including elevator improvements and boiler maintenance, though there have been recurring concerns about the elevator system's reliability as recently as late 2023. Historical records show several building violations from 2008 and 2017 related to interior surfaces, plumbing, electrical systems, and safety features, though these appear to have been resolved.

Notable tenant complaints have focused on water damage, construction practices, and fire safety systems, while several unit renovations have involved comprehensive updates to electrical, plumbing, and safety systems. The most recent tenant buyout documented in 2019 involved two tenants at Unit 1755 Van Ness Avenue for $7,517. The building's management has generally addressed violations and complaints, with most being marked as not active or resolved through corrective actions.