1040 Ashbury St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 9-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1040 Ashbury Street, constructed in 1962, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various maintenance challenges over the past decade. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2020 (with previous work filed in 2017), which included the addition of moment frames and structural reinforcements, though this work triggered safety concerns in 2020 about temporary supports and nail stability.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, including a 2023 complaint about unresolved heating problems in Unit 9 and multiple violations between 2005 and 2010 related to building systems and safety equipment, all of which were eventually abated. Historical problems with the building included dry rot and stucco repairs in 2018, concrete deterioration of main exterior stairs in 2012, and roof leaks causing mold concerns in 2010, with some of these issues being addressed through various permits and repairs. The building's maintenance history shows attention to both safety and resident comfort, with improvements such as a new metal entry gate in 2016, various unit renovations, and electrical repairs including exterior lighting work in 2018.

Multiple fire safety inspections have been conducted, with violations noted for sprinkler maintenance and fire extinguisher requirements in 2018, though these issues were subsequently corrected. Recent service requests from 2023-2024 primarily relate to waste management and parking issues on or near the property. The building has maintained compliance with major safety requirements, as evidenced by the completion of the soft-story retrofit and resolution of most building violations, though some concerns about heating and maintenance persist.