1046-1050 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1046-1050 Chestnut Street in Russian Hill, owned by Gerald M. & Sandra A. Nauman, has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades in recent years.

Most notably, in September-October 2023, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing $23,000, including new wireless low-frequency horns in sleeping areas and various safety features in common areas, with a subsequent revision involving removal of a flow switch. The building has also seen substantial improvements to its infrastructure, including window replacements in 2020 ($25,000), bathroom remodeling in 2008 ($15,000), roof replacement in 2008 ($34,900), and various heating system upgrades including a sewer repair in 2018. The property faced some important safety challenges in 2016, when it received multiple housing inspection violations related to mold/mildew on ceilings, required fire extinguisher compliance, and various other safety issues, all of which were abated by April 2016.

While there have been no recent building code violations, there are recurring environmental maintenance issues documented through 311 calls, including a recent pavement defect report from September 2024 and various park-related concerns. Two fire incidents were recorded, though neither resulted in injuries or indicated significant structural issues. The building's maintenance history shows attention to both interior and exterior upkeep, with regular updates to essential systems, though some permits for plumbing and electrical work from 2008-2011 show as "Expired" rather than "Completed."