1401-1409 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The property at 1401-1409 Castro Street in Noe Valley is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building with ground floor retail space, constructed in 1900. The building has a complex history involving multiple code enforcement actions and permit applications over the years. Most notably, in 2002-2005, the building faced serious issues that required multiple Notices of Violation (NOVs) relating to safety and maintenance concerns, including problems with the deck, walls, windows, and water damage, as well as security-related violations regarding egress and door hardware.

These violations were ultimately resolved in 2011. The property has undergone several significant modifications since 2004, including the conversion of a storage room into a laundry facility, extensive electrical system upgrades, and a bathroom remodel in 2010. The building has experienced recurring issues with unauthorized commercial use, with multiple complaints and investigations between 2004 and 2014 regarding potential conversions of residential space to commercial use, including a hair salon operation.

Recent permit activity includes bathroom remodeling work completed in 2010, along with associated plumbing and electrical upgrades. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep with multiple permitted improvements, though there have been occasional issues with drainage and garbage management as evidenced by recent 311 calls. The property's most recent permit work appears to have been primarily focused on routine maintenance and system upgrades, with no major violations or complaints recorded in the past several years.