3630-3640 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 3630-3640 24th Street in Noe Valley, owned by Hicks Carol B Living Trust, was constructed in 1909 and has undergone several significant improvements over the years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit program in 2017, achieving compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements. Recent work includes a substantial bathroom remodel in Unit #2, currently in progress as of late 2024, with permits issued for plumbing and electrical work valued at $25,000.

The building's safety history reveals several important milestones, including a 2004 underground electrical conversion, successful installation of mudsill anchor bolts in 1990, and completion of bathroom work in 1995. A cluster of violations was recorded in 2001, primarily related to safety features such as smoke detectors, fire safety, and security requirements, but all were promptly addressed by December 2001. More recent inspections, including a routine inspection in 2015 and a mandatory soft-story retrofit violation in 2017, were resolved, indicating ongoing compliance with building codes.

The property has experienced various maintenance and street-related issues in the surrounding area, as evidenced by 311 calls between 2021-2024, primarily related to pavement defects, street cleaning, and signage. These external maintenance issues were generally addressed promptly by city services. The building's structural and safety improvements over the years, particularly the completion of the soft-story retrofit and ongoing bathroom renovation, demonstrate ongoing investment in maintaining the property's compliance with modern building standards.