1444-1448 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit apartment building at 1444-1448 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by Palazzo LLC, is a three-story multi-family residential structure built in 1927. The property has undergone significant modernization and maintenance work over the past decade, including completed soft-story seismic upgrades in 2015 (with a total cost of $60,000), window replacements in 2022, and dry rot repairs in 2022. Several units have received individual renovations, including a bathroom remodel in Unit #6 in 2013, and there have been multiple infrastructure improvements such as electrical system upgrades and boiler replacements.

Recent maintenance inspections have revealed some areas of concern, particularly regarding fire safety systems. In 2024, violations were issued for fire extinguisher issues, following a prior violation in 2021 related to sprinkler systems, though these were subsequently corrected. The building has experienced recurring sewer issues, with multiple sewage backup incidents reported through 2023 and 2024, indicating an ongoing plumbing concern.

Historical complaints from 2008 documented water damage and leaks causing mold and mildew, though these issues appear to have been addressed. The property has maintained active compliance with major building safety requirements, including completion of the mandatory soft-story retrofit program as a Tier 4 building. While there have been various building violations and complaints over the years, most were resolved promptly, with the most recent issues being primarily related to fire safety equipment maintenance.