627-631 Capp St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building at 627-631 Capp Street in the Inner Mission, owned by Henry & Carlene Laughlin 19, has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance activities since its construction in 1907. Of particular note is the completed soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3), which was a substantial $55,000 investment to enhance seismic safety.

The building has maintained regular upkeep, including a kitchen remodel ($38,408) and window replacement ($1,690) in 2020, and the installation of a new 95% furnace in 2019. Historical compliance issues were addressed between 2003-2004, when violations regarding gas meter instructions, exterior gate security, and various plumbing and electrical concerns were resolved. More recent tenant complaints from 2017 highlighted concerns about cracked walls, inadequate heating, and maintenance issues in one unit, though these are now marked as resolved.

A routine health and safety inspection in 2015 revealed bathroom mold, which was subsequently addressed. The building has maintained compliance with all major safety requirements, including the successful completion of the mandatory soft-story retrofit and regular maintenance of fire safety systems, though it has seen periodic plumbing and electrical work over the years, including repairs to address a gas leak in 2010 and various kitchen electrical upgrades in 2006. The most recent documented concern was a sidewalk cleaning issue reported in February 2024.