1604 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94131

1604 Church Street is a 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building located in Noe Valley, built in 1962 and owned by Robert Galassi. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including the replacement of windows in 2023 ($6,496) and multiple electrical upgrades, notably replacing Federal Pacific panels in early 2023 and late 2022 - a particularly important safety improvement given the known risks of Federal Pacific equipment. The building's maintenance history shows attention to safety concerns, with past violations being promptly addressed.

In 2000, multiple violations related to smoke detector installation at stairwells and lobby areas were documented but were all abated by May 19, 2000. There was also a fire escape ladder maintenance issue noted in 2008, which was resolved. A routine housing inspection was conducted in 2008, and there have been no active violations since. The building has faced some external challenges, including a 2013 complaint about mold and mildew (though resolved) and a 2009 tree root/sidewalk issue.

Additionally, there were three tenant buyouts recorded in late 2022, with amounts ranging from $59,639 to $95,000. Recent property incidents have been minimal, with the most recent being a 2024 sidewalk parking complaint that could not be validated. The building has maintained compliance with safety regulations and has been proactive in upgrading its systems, as demonstrated by the recent electrical panel replacements and window improvements. Historical records show that building owners have addressed violations in a timely manner, with most recent permits focusing on system upgrades rather than reactive maintenance.