1700 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1700 Waller St in Haight Ashbury, owned by Tai Kwan Lee LLC, has undergone significant improvements and maintenance work since 2020. Most notably, the property is currently undergoing a soft-story retrofit as of August 2023, which is crucial for seismic safety.

Recent improvements include the addition of a ground floor ADU (accessory dwelling unit) in 2020-2024, window replacement with 23 new fiberglass windows in 2023, and installation of fire safety systems including sprinklers. However, there are concerning maintenance issues, particularly a recent mold problem reported in November 2023 that persisted despite attempted repairs. The building has a history of fire safety violations, though these were all abated by June 2018, including issues with combustible storage, egress obstruction, and a fire escape ladder.

Multiple recent permits indicate ongoing work, including water service upgrades for sprinklers and various plumbing and electrical improvements. The property has experienced some recent maintenance challenges, evidenced by the recent mold complaint, and there are several open 311 calls from early 2025 regarding garbage and debris issues near the property. Two fire alarm incidents due to malfunction have been recorded, with no civilian injuries reported.