731-733 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118

The two-unit, two-story building at 731-733 Clement Street, constructed in 1906, has undergone several significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most notably, in 2006, the property underwent a substantial commercial renovation when a restaurant (L&L Hawaiian Barbecue) was installed, along with multiple electrical upgrades including a comprehensive 200-amp panel installation.

However, during this period, the building experienced serious structural issues due to dry rot on the west property line wall, requiring multiple violation notices and substantial repairs to address damage from subgrade conditions, which were finally abated in 2006. More recent concerns include recurring fire safety violations, with the most recent citation in October 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements. The property has experienced various operational challenges, including a 2013 heating system failure complaint, and multiple fire alarm activations with no injuries reported, though there was one equipment-related building fire incident recorded.

Recent maintenance issues have included sewer problems, with two discharge incidents reported in mid-2024, and various cleaning and maintenance matters as evidenced by multiple 311 calls throughout 2024. The building has also faced several tenancy-related compliance challenges, including a 1998 complaint about unauthorized unit modifications and a 1999 issue regarding electrical panel access. While many historical violations have been resolved, the pattern of fire safety violations and recent maintenance issues suggests ongoing property management challenges, particularly regarding building systems and infrastructure.