2426 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA 94110

2426 Bryant Street is a 5-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1900 and currently owned by the Chang Trust. The property has undergone significant improvements and remediation work over the past several years, particularly focusing on seismic safety and fire safety systems. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2017-2020 (with costs exceeding $80,000), and installed comprehensive fire safety systems including alarms and sprinklers in 2021-2022 ($15,000 for fire alarm monitoring, $18,800 for new sprinkler system).

The property has also seen substantial unit improvements, including the legalization and remodeling of the first floor unit in 2019-2020 ($80,000-86,000), and a complete electrical upgrade to 400 amps with 7 meters in July 2023. The building has a documented history of maintenance and safety issues, particularly in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including concerns about stairs (repairs were made in 1996-1998), lead paint hazards, and various interior surface violations. A serious incident occurred in 2017 involving lack of heat, window security bars, and mold issues in Unit E, which was addressed and resolved.

Plumbing and heating systems have been systematically updated, with the most recent work in 2023 involving new gas lines and a hot water unit installation. Historical fire safety violations from 2007 related to extinguishing system service were resolved, and the property is now current with all safety requirements. Recent maintenance has focused on exterior cleanliness, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding debris removal in 2024, though these are not directly related to building safety or habitability.