1041-1045 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1041-1045 Montgomery Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Dennis Kung Chit & Ti Chang, was constructed in 1908 and contains three units. The property has experienced significant structural concerns, particularly in 2007 when serious issues with hillside stability led to multiple violations and emergency responses, rendering the building temporarily uninhabitable. These issues prompted extensive work including rock scaling, installation of rock bolts, and a wire mesh drape of the rock slope, with associated costs exceeding $600,000.

While some of this work was completed under subsequent permits, violations remained active through 2007 requiring additional retaining wall construction. More recent complaints from 2018-2019 have raised concerns about building conditions, particularly regarding mold proliferation and electrical safety issues including hazardous outlet wiring. Residents reported persistent mold problems throughout the building, including bathrooms and closets, as well as inoperable windows and staircase safety concerns.

A gas line installation for a dryer in 2014 was one of the few maintenance records from recent years, and while two street space permits were issued in 2013, these represent minor street-related work. A 2019 service request to the Department of Public Works was resolved, but it appears to be unrelated to building conditions. The property’s documented history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding moisture control and electrical systems, though many of the earlier structural issues appear to have been addressed through various remediation efforts.