1131-1133 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 9-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1131-1133 Grant Avenue, constructed in 1912, has undergone several significant safety and systems upgrades in recent years, particularly in response to fire safety requirements. In 2023, a substantial fire alarm system upgrade was completed at a cost of $42,773, including the installation of low-frequency horns, horn strobes, and modern communication systems. The building has experienced multiple fire code violations in 2023, including issues with blocked exits, electrical systems, and fire safety equipment, though most have been addressed or abated.

Recent permits indicate ongoing fire safety compliance work, including the installation of new alarm features and system upgrades. The property has a documented history of maintenance and improvement work, including a 400-amp electrical service installation in 2014, window replacements in 2011, and various stair repairs in 2007. Several routine and annual inspections have been conducted over the years, revealing issues with egress, fire escapes, ventilation, and plumbing systems, though most violations were promptly addressed. The building experienced sewage system challenges in 2016, which were resolved within a month.

Recent 311 calls from late 2024 suggest some ongoing concerns with garbage and debris management in the vicinity of the building, though many of these cases were resolved promptly. The property has undergone various unauthorized modifications in the past, including unpermitted kitchen and restaurant renovations in 2001, though these issues were quickly addressed. The building's fire safety systems have received particular attention in recent years, with multiple fire system related inspections and corrections noted between 2017 and 2023, including work on alarms, sprinklers, and extinguishers. The most recent permit activity includes work related to awning legalization and various system upgrades, indicating ongoing attention to building maintenance and compliance requirements by the current ownership, Rick & Linda Der Investment.