465-469 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The property at 465-469 Castro Street is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1906, currently owned by the Sirhed Bassem R 2001 Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with major work completed in 2012-2013 including comprehensive unit remodels, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, electrical system improvements, and the installation of new HVAC systems. Recent activity has centered around commercial space modifications, with businesses installing channel signs in 2019 and 2020, though there are current active complaints from 2023 regarding unpermitted sign installations for "tanglad".

The building experienced some plumbing and mechanical issues in 2009-2010, including violations related to backflow preventers and water hammering noise, which were subsequently resolved. Recent inspections and permits reveal ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges, including a 2020 fire safety violation regarding sprinkler services that was abated. The property has faced several tenant experience issues over its history, particularly during the 2008 period when construction activities caused noise disturbances, and there were ventilation and plumbing complaints regarding neighboring businesses.

The most recent building complaints from 2023 remain active, relating to unpermitted modifications. The property's maintenance record shows regular inspections and repairs, with substantial investment in building systems and unit improvements during 2012-2013, including new water heaters, furnaces, electrical systems, and plumbing fixtures. The surrounding area has experienced various urban challenges as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding garbage and debris in 2024, though these are external to the building itself.