1653-1667 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

The four-story, 17-unit residential building at 1653-1667 Grant Avenue in Telegraph Hill, owned by Bulkley Family LP, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various challenges since its construction in 1908. Most recently, in 2023-2024, the building completed a fire alarm system upgrade to comply with current fire code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and an upgrade to the fire panel. Unit 515 received a complete kitchen rehabilitation with associated electrical and plumbing work in mid-2024. The building underwent seismic retrofit work in 2019, including revisions to replace plywood shearwalls with OCBF systems, demonstrating compliance with modern safety standards.

The property has a mixed maintenance history, with some concerning patterns emerging over time. A series of building violations and complaints were recorded in 2016, including issues related to lead paint hazards and the requirement for compliance affidavits. Earlier complaints in 2013-2014 indicated problems with building siding, illegal construction, and unauthorized modifications. While these violations are now inactive (most abated by December 2016), they highlight historical maintenance challenges.

The building's fire safety systems have shown some inconsistency, with multiple false alarms and system activations recorded over the years, though no serious incidents have occurred. Recent fire safety inspections have identified a current violation regarding sleeping area requirements as of November 2023, which remains open pending resolution. The property completed its soft-story retrofit requirements and received a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) status, indicating compliance with this important seismic safety requirement. Additionally, there have been recurring issues with street space management near the property, with multiple permits issued for street space usage in 2019.