445-449 Corbett Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-story multi-family residential building at 445-449 Corbett Ave in Clarendon Heights, built in 1958 and containing 7 units, has undergone numerous significant repairs and improvements over the past decade. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2023 (Tier 3) and received a Certificate of Final Completion.

The property has experienced recurring water damage issues, with substantial repairs undertaken in Unit 4 in 2017 ($85,000) and more recently in 2020 ($25,000), including electrical upgrades and drywall replacement. The building's fire safety systems have been a focus of attention, with upgrades to the fire alarm system in 2017 ($5,000) and emergency panel replacement due to inoperability, though some fire-related violations from 2002 (including issues with the fire escape and combustible storage) were addressed by September 2017. Recent improvements include a complete rewiring of the building in 2020 and various unit renovations, such as bathroom remodels in Units 3 and 5 (2014) and kitchen updates in 2016.

A significant fire incident occurred in 2014 affecting the east elevation and front wall, but this was addressed through subsequent repairs. The building has been subject to routine inspections and has had various building violations over the years, including issues with the fire escape, gas leaks, and plumbing permits in 2002, though all were abated by September 2017. While the property has faced several maintenance challenges, including multiple instances of water damage and graffiti on the exterior, the most recent records show that major structural, safety, and habitability issues have been adequately addressed through completed permits and inspections.