417-419 Clayton St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 417-419 Clayton Street is a four-story, two-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, currently owned by 790 Potrero LLC. The building has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues, with the most significant cluster of violations occurring in February 2017 when multiple safety concerns were documented, including problems with fire safety (fire proofing and extinguisher requirements), electrical systems, weatherproofing, interior surfaces, and plumbing.

Specific issues noted during this period included inadequate heat, electrical panel clearance violations, damaged walls and ceilings, and the need for proper handrails. Earlier maintenance history shows recurring roof issues, with repairs needed in 2006-2007, and various interior improvements including kitchen and bathroom remodels, though some work appears to have exceeded permitted scope. Recent activity at the property, particularly in 2024, has focused primarily on external matters including parking violations, pavement defects, and some minor street cleaning issues.

There were three separate instances of parking violations reported in June 2024, though these could not be consistently verified by officers. The property has also experienced some management issues, with a 2016 complaint about overcrowding and unsafe conditions from a workplace operating out of the residence, and a 2019 complaint about unauthorized short-term rentals. The building's history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, fire safety requirements, and various structural components, though many violations from 2017 were marked as "Active" with a hearing date set for May 4, 2017, suggesting a potential for unresolved issues dating back several years.