1400-1408 8th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1400-1408 8th Avenue is a 15-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1916, currently owned by the Weslow Family 2002 Trust. The building has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, most notably completing mandatory soft-story retrofitting in 2017 (with separate permits for residential and commercial portions totaling $100,000), and a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade in 2022 to meet current safety codes, including the installation of sprinkler monitoring and low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. Recent maintenance includes the replacement of glazing in the commercial corner market in 2023 ($10,000).

The building has experienced various safety and maintenance issues over the past two decades, though most have been addressed promptly. Notable historical violations from 2004-2010 included concerns about fire escape maintenance, smoke detectors, security features, lead paint hazards, and garbage disposal practices, all of which were officially abated by 2010. Two fire-related incidents (one in 2016 regarding sprinkler systems and another in 2023 concerning fire escape conditions) were marked as "Condition Corrected." The property has maintained its soft-story retrofit compliance status as "Work Complete, CFC Issued." Recent activity in 2024 has primarily involved routine street maintenance issues such as garbage and debris removal, with one water leak/service request regarding a fire hydrant noted in February 2024.

The building's recent inspection history shows regular maintenance of fire safety systems, with significant upgrades completed to meet modern codes. Approximately 9 street space permits were issued between 2018-2019, suggesting ongoing attention to exterior maintenance and accessibility. The commercial space's glazing replacement in 2023 indicates continued investment in maintaining the building's facilities. Multiple 311 calls in 2024 primarily relate to street cleaning and parking issues, rather than building-specific concerns.