1344-1348 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1344-1348 Powell Street in Nob Hill, built in 1908 and currently owned by the Betty Fong Survivors Trust, has experienced several significant events impacting resident safety and building maintenance over the past few years. Most notably, in late 2023 and early 2024, the property faced multiple fire safety issues, including violations for sleeping area requirements, blocked exits, alarm system problems, combustible materials, and issues with fire extinguishers, though many of these violations were subsequently corrected or abated. A recent complaint filed in July 2024 alleged unauthorized occupancy of the business space at night, which remained under investigation as of early 2025.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to essential infrastructure, with a reroofing project completed in 2019 costing over $24,000, and the relocation of electrical meters and panels to the basement for safety compliance in early 2019. Earlier repairs included addressing dryrot damage to back stairs and deck in 2010. The property has experienced recurring issues with garbage and debris in the vicinity, particularly in late 2024, with multiple 311 calls reporting various sanitation concerns.

While some of these external issues were resolved through municipal intervention, they indicate ongoing challenges with waste management in the area. The building's fire safety systems have been the subject of multiple false alarms and system malfunctions, though no civilian injuries have been reported in these incidents. The most recent permitted work includes the legalization of an awning installation as part of the awning amnesty program in 2024, suggesting proactive compliance with municipal requirements.