720 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 720 Baker Street, constructed in 1913 and currently owned by 720 Baker Owner LLC, has undergone substantial renovations and faced several significant maintenance challenges over the past decade. Most recently, in 2023-2024, there have been concerns about window conditions, with complaints about dry rot, drafts, and heating difficulties reported in March 2024. The building completed mandatory soft-story seismic improvements and received its Certificate of Final Completion in 2024.

Significant renovation work has been performed throughout the building, including multiple unit remodels between 2018-2021 involving kitchen and bathroom relocations, bedroom conversions, and modernizations with costs totaling over $250,000. A critical plumbing issue emerged in March 2019 with a collapsed drain/waste line in the basement, which required repairs, and earlier complaints in 2018 indicated sewage system problems that impacted the building's infrastructure. The building has experienced various maintenance and safety issues over the years, including heating system problems, water intrusion, and mold concerns.

In 2018, multiple violations were documented regarding general maintenance, window conditions, and heating requirements, though these were abated by June 2018. The fire safety system was upgraded in 2020 to comply with modern requirements, and routine fire safety inspections in 2018-2020 noted some conditions that were promptly corrected. Recent historical maintenance records show regular improvements to the building's systems, including electrical upgrades, plumbing system improvements, and compliance with safety codes. While the building has had periodic maintenance challenges, particularly during the 2018-2019 period, recent years show consistent investment in unit improvements and building systems, including a recent focus on addressing window-related concerns.