1155-1159 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 1155-1159 Montgomery Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by John M T Lee, has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance issues since its construction in 1910. Most notably, an active building violation reported in September 2024 concerns an unauthorized roof deck installation, which prompted the owner to file for a permit ($5,000) to legalize the roof deck replacement.

Recent maintenance includes a completed reroofing project from September 2024 costing approximately $14,000, and a 2022 garage door replacement due to vehicle damage ($9,000). The building has a history of inspections and violations, including a comprehensive routine inspection in 2005 that revealed multiple fire and safety concerns, such as the need for proper fire extinguishers, removal of combustible materials, and electrical safety issues, though these were marked as not active by February 2006.

Historical records show various maintenance activities including a kitchen remodel and basement storage modification in 1995, and a code compliance project in 1985. Recent external issues around the property have been documented through 311 calls, primarily relating to street conditions and parking matters, with the most recent being a curb defect in July 2024. The building's permit history, while showing regular maintenance and repairs over the decades, highlights the ongoing need for attention to safety compliance, as evidenced by the current active violation regarding the unpermitted roof deck installation.