1537 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 15-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1537 Jones Street in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood, owned by the James G Chun Jr Living Trust, has undergone several significant upgrades and faced various compliance issues since its construction in 1965. The property completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (classified as Tier 2), which involved $85,000 worth of structural improvements.

Recent safety upgrades include a $48,647 fire alarm system replacement in October 2023 to meet current fire code requirements, along with the installation of new smoke detectors and related safety equipment. The building has experienced recurring fire safety concerns, with violations noted in 2023 for both the alarm system and sprinkler service, though these were subsequently abated. The property has maintained capital improvements, including a hydronic boiler replacement in 2016 (299k BTU), reroofing work completed in 2016 at a cost of $27,475, and several street space permits.

Historical maintenance issues have been addressed, including past violations regarding weatherproofing on siding and lead paint concerns in 2012, and various fire safety violations in 2000 related to smoke enclosure doors and egress obstructions. The most recent active complaint from March 2024 regarding common areas suggests ongoing maintenance oversight. While the building has experienced periodic fire safety violations and regulatory inspections from 2000 through 2024, it has generally taken corrective action when needed, as evidenced by the "Condition Corrected" closure status for several fire-related complaints in recent years.