1508 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1508 Taylor Street in Nob Hill, owned by Dan & Amy Sau Fong, has undergone significant modifications and improvements since its 1913 construction. The most notable recent work includes the successful legalization of an unauthorized dwelling unit on the ground floor in 2019, which was completed with a $197,000 permit and followed by fire safety upgrades including sprinklers and a new fire alarm system in 2020-2021. The building has also completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017-2018, addressing earthquake safety requirements, though there were initially violations filed in 2017 and 2019 related to compliance with the program.

Several infrastructure improvements have been made, including the installation of 20 new sprinklers in 2021, electrical upgrades including new meters and heaters in 2020-2021, and seismic upgrading to comply with local ordinances. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to safety systems, with multiple fire alarm upgrades, sprinkler system improvements, and plumbing updates. However, there have been some concerns about construction work quality and compliance, with complaints in 2020-2021 regarding work being performed without proper permits and outside specified hours.

The property has experienced occasional safety-related incidents, including smoke detector activations and false alarms, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Historical violations from 2000-2019 have mostly been resolved, including issues related to fire safety systems, egress, and sanitation. The building's recent history indicates active management and compliance with most regulatory requirements, though there have been periods requiring attention to construction work protocols and community impact during improvements.