4690-4696 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 4690-4696 18th Street, owned by Capitan Living Trust, has experienced several significant events since its construction in 1910. The most recent major work was a complete reroofing project in 2024 costing $27,200. The building has undergone various improvements over the years, including ADA compliance renovations to the bathroom in 2014 (approximately $12,000), electrical upgrades including a new 400-amp service installation in 2008, and plumbing work involving toilet and sink relocations in the first-floor bathroom in 2016.

The property has faced multiple challenges with its commercial space, particularly between 2017-2022, when it experienced recurring issues with a vacant storefront, resulting in multiple complaints and violations regarding maintenance, security, and compliance with the Vacant or Abandoned Commercial Storefront ordinance. Historically, the building encountered several safety and compliance issues that were eventually resolved. In 2003, violations were recorded regarding fire safety requirements (automatic sprinklers, fire escape maintenance) and security concerns (door glazing reinforcement), all of which were abated by April 2003.

In 2009, there was a violation regarding the incorrect Type II hood installation over a ground-floor restaurant range, which led to code enforcement actions and was eventually resolved. The fire safety system underwent upgrades in 2009-2010, including addressing violations related to fire extinguishers and UL 300 compliance. The property has maintained active compliance with most building codes since these historical violations were addressed, with recent maintenance work showing ongoing investment in the property's upkeep, though there are currently some open 311 calls from 2025 regarding urban maintenance issues outside the building.