1420 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94108

Located in Nob Hill, 1420 Jones Street is a 4-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1923 and currently owned by the Yee Family Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including the successful completion of its mandatory Soft Story retrofit program, for which work was classified as Tier 3 and received its Certificate of Final Completion (CFC). Recent major upgrades include a comprehensive fire safety system installation in 2020 valued at $29,100, featuring new smoke detectors, horn strobes, and other safety equipment to meet updated fire codes.

The building underwent unit conversions and improvements between 2018-2022, adding new residential units and modernizing features such as sliding doors, door relocations, and window modifications. Plumbing and electrical systems received substantial upgrades, including new fire sprinkler systems, radiant heating installation, and electrical panel replacements. The building's fire safety record shows regular maintenance and prompt correction of violations, with the most recent issues from 2023 being resolved within weeks of citation. Historical complaints from 2014-2019 indicate past concerns with security, maintenance issues, and various safety concerns, including a notable complaint about stairs and emergency exits, though these appear to have been addressed through subsequent improvements.

The property has experienced regular inspections and compliance checks, and while there have been periodic issues with the fire alarm system and sprinkler maintenance, these have typically been addressed promptly. The building's recent history (2020-present) has shown greater attention to compliance and safety systems, with the most recent fire safety complaint in early 2024 being resolved quickly. Street-level maintenance and parking issues have been documented through 311 calls, though these are external to the building itself. The property is now performing under mandatory programs with active compliance, as demonstrated by regular permit completions, soft-story program certification, and fire safety system updates.