31 Romolo St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 31 Romolo Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Armstrong & Norma Chiang Lu, has undergone significant recent improvements and faced several safety-related issues over the past few years. The property is currently undergoing substantial renovations across all units, including kitchen and bathroom remodels with new fixtures, and the addition of laundry facilities, with permits valued at approximately $1 million issued between September 2023 and January 2024. Additionally, a new roof deck installation (costing $150,000) is planned for early 2024.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety system issues, with multiple violations recorded between 2021 and 2024 related to alarm systems, sprinkler/standpipe systems, and fire extinguisher requirements, though most of these have been corrected or resolved. The property had a cluster of building violations in July 2005, including issues with lead paint, exterior siding, and fire escape maintenance, all of which were abated by November 2005. Recent activity in early 2024 included a tenant buyout of $200,000 on January 10, 2024, though only one unit was involved.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to basic upkeep, with historical records indicating past reroofing work in 1997 and exterior siding repairs in 1991. The property has a recent pattern of sidewalk-related complaints in January 2025, predominantly involving unregistered scooters blocking pathways and issues with garbage and debris. While the building has experienced various fire alarm system activations and service calls in recent years, no significant fire incidents resulting in injuries have been recorded. The current renovation work suggests active investment in improving the building's living conditions, though the recurring nature of fire safety violations indicates ongoing attention required in this area.