1601-1605 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 8-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1601-1605 Castro Street in Noe Valley, owned by the Robinson Marital Trust 1998, was constructed in 1915 and has undergone several significant improvements over recent years. Most notably, the building completed mandatory soft-story retrofit work in 2015-2016 under Tier 4 requirements, enhancing seismic safety. Recent life safety improvements include a 2023 fire alarm system upgrade to meet current standards, which involved installing new wiring, devices, and low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas.

The building underwent commercial space improvements in 2016, converting a former laundromat into a business office (Studio19) and completing ADA compliance work including new accessible ramps and bathrooms. The property has experienced various maintenance and compliance issues over its history, including several building violations and complaints. Noteworthy incidents include a 2013 complaint about improper dry cleaning operations and a 2022 complaint regarding an unidentified smell from a wall.

Historical violations included egress obstructions and fire escape maintenance issues, though these were all officially abated. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep, with permits for reroofing, plumbing updates, and electrical work being properly obtained and completed. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 primarily relate to external issues such as garbage management and street cleaning, rather than building-specific problems, suggesting ongoing attention to maintenance and compliance requirements.