434-436 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-story multi-family residential building at 434-436 Castro Street, constructed in 1909 and containing 11 units, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety-related issues over the past two decades. The property has a history of addressing critical safety concerns, including multiple violations related to fire safety and security requirements.

In 2016, violations were documented regarding the fire escape drop ladder, carbon monoxide detectors, and self-closing devices at exterior doors, while in 2022 there were issues with alarm systems and fire extinguishers, all of which were subsequently corrected. More recently, there is an active complaint from May 2023 regarding common areas, though specific details of the current issue are not provided in the records. The building has required various structural and system repairs, including dry rot remediation in the wash porch in 2006-2007, egress stair replacement in 2003, and plumbing issues such as a broken flue stack repair in 2013 and concerns about water heaters without proper ventilation from the same year.

Electrical infrastructure has been maintained, with the most recent work in 2024 involving the installation of weatherproof electrical equipment. The property's outdoor area has been managed under city regulations, with a recent planning request related to outdoor seating and the property being recognized as a Legacy Business (Cove on Castro). Recent maintenance records from late 2024 show recurring issues with encampments and debris on or near the property, as documented in multiple 311 calls, indicating ongoing challenges with the immediate street environment.