16-20 Sharp Pl, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 18-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 16-20 Sharp Place in Russian Hill, constructed in 1926, has undergone significant safety and modernization work in recent years, particularly addressing fire safety systems and the addition of dwelling units. Most notably, between 2022 and 2023, the building received comprehensive fire safety upgrades including a new fire alarm system with pull stations, smoke detectors, and the installation of 59 sprinklers throughout the ground floor. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit program, achieving Tier 4 compliance, with work officially marked as complete and receiving its Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) in 2023.

Recent fire safety violations regarding sleeping area requirements and an alarm system maintenance issue were promptly addressed and abated. The property has seen substantial improvements to its infrastructure, including the addition of three ADUs on the ground floor, complete with new plumbing, electrical, and heating systems. Extensive electrical system upgrades were completed throughout the building between 2014-2023, including new wiring, receptacles, and smoke detector installations in multiple units.

Historical violations from 2004-2008 concerning fire safety systems, electrical work, and plumbing requirements were all resolved, and the building has maintained an active response to recent safety inspections. Although there have been periodic fire safety complaints and false alarms, including three incidents in 2023, these have typically been resolved quickly, with no civilian injuries reported. The building's maintenance and improvement record suggests active management attention to safety and habitability requirements, particularly in response to historical violations and the city's mandated programs.