2444-2448 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94116

The four-story, 20-unit apartment building at 2444-2448 Great Highway, built in 1904, has undergone several significant safety upgrades and maintenance work in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing $47,160, bringing the system into compliance with current fire code requirements.

The building has also completed its Soft Story Program Tier 2 requirements, demonstrating seismic safety improvements. Recent tenant complaints have raised concerns about various maintenance issues, including foundation leaks and mold (January 2024), unauthorized construction work and timing violations (April 2024), and a lack of resident manager presence (June 2020). The building has experienced recurring fire safety concerns over the past few years, with violations noted for sleeping area requirements (November 2023), blocked exits, and fire extinguisher maintenance issues, though these were generally corrected promptly.

Historical records from 2000 show previous lead paint hazards and various other maintenance violations, which were abated by 2004. The property has undergone several major works in recent years, including foundation work and fire escape repairs, and was previously involved in a 2018 proposal to convert studio units into two-bedroom units, though this appears to be no longer active. While the building has had persistent maintenance challenges, particularly related to fire safety systems and general upkeep, recent permit activity shows continued investment in building safety and infrastructure.