403 29th St, San Francisco, CA 94131

Located in San Francisco's Noe Valley neighborhood, 403 29th Street is a two-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1890 and currently owned by Katherine McCahill. The property has undergone several significant safety improvements over the years, most notably a completed soft-story retrofit in 2015 (Tier 3) and a fire alarm system upgrade in 2022 that included the installation of 12 low frequency sounders to comply with San Francisco fire code requirements.

However, there are serious ongoing concerns that require attention, including multiple active building violations from February 2020 related to smoke detection systems, lead-based paint hazards, various building maintenance issues, and the need for plumbing repairs. The building's maintenance history shows previous roofing work in 1996 and window framing work in 1988, while more recent documentation from 2015 indicated an allegedly converted garage unit situation that was subsequently closed with no violation found. The property has experienced recurring infrastructure and maintenance challenges, as evidenced by multiple complaints and service calls over the past few years.

In 2024 alone, there have been three instances of garbage and debris issues reported near the property, along with a water leak incident. The building's documented history includes several 311 calls regarding street cleaning, illegal parking, and hazardous materials, though these are primarily related to conditions outside the building rather than interior maintenance issues. While the property has completed some important safety upgrades, the persistence of active violations related to basic building systems and maintenance suggests ongoing challenges with property upkeep that may affect resident comfort and safety.