1544-1550 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 1544-1550 Powell Street in North Beach, currently owned by Toto Investment LLC, has undergone significant improvements since 2013. The property, built in 1922, completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3) with a Certificate of Final Completion issued, addressing seismic safety concerns.

Major safety upgrades were implemented in 2021, including a new fire alarm system installation ($20,000) in compliance with San Francisco Fire Code requirements and the installation of 17 new sprinklers throughout the basement ($8,000) in accordance with NFPA standards. In 2019, the building underwent substantial modifications to the basement area, legalizing an existing unit and adding a new ADU, with permits totaling $40,000.

The property has seen consistent maintenance and upgrades, including kitchen and bathroom renovations in multiple units (2018-2014; $45,000 and $32,800 respectively), electrical system improvements (new sub-panels and rewiring) in 2004 and 2014, and various plumbing upgrades including fixture replacements and water heater installations. A serious complaint in 2013 regarding multiple habitability issues (including mold, rodent problems, and lack of heat) was addressed and abated by October 2013. The building's recent history shows regular maintenance and compliance with city requirements, though there are some ongoing issues requiring attention, including an active cat task force complaint from 2023 and recurring graffiti incidents (most recently reported in 2024).