6337-6343 California St

The property at 6337-6343 California Street is a two-story multi-family residential building located in the Central Richmond neighborhood, containing four units and constructed in 1910. The building has undergone several significant renovations over the years, with the most recent notable work in 2016 including kitchen cabinet installations and electrical updates. A concerning pattern of water-related issues has emerged in recent years, with multiple water leak complaints documented in 2024, including incidents that required responses from both the Water and Public Works departments. This follows a previous water leakage problem reported in all four garages in 2018, suggesting persistent moisture management challenges. The building underwent major improvements in the late 2000s, including substantial exterior work in 2008 to address water leaks and interior renovations in 2007 that included kitchen and bathroom remodels. Historical records show the building received a vertical extension in 1987 and underwent underpinning work in 1999 due to adjacent construction. Several permits for various improvements and repairs have been properly completed, though there was at least one complaint in 2016 regarding construction allegedly conducted without proper permits. Recent municipal service calls have primarily addressed maintenance and compliance matters, including street cleaning and waste management issues in the surrounding area, though these do not directly reflect on the building's condition. The property management has generally completed required repairs and improvements as per permit requirements, but the recurring water-related issues noted in recent years may indicate an ongoing maintenance challenge.