1025 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 18-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1025 Powell Street in Nob Hill was built in 1926 and is currently owned by Michael Gong. The building has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades in recent years, including a completed fire alarm panel upgrade in April 2024 ($13,716), and the roof was reroofed in 2022 ($18,000).

The building has achieved compliance with San Francisco's mandatory soft-story retrofit requirements (Tier 2), having completed seismic improvements including the installation of steel moment frames and new shear walls in 2015, though some related permits expired and had to be re-activated. The property has experienced recurring heating system issues, with multiple tenant complaints in winter 2021-2024 regarding inadequate heat and system failures. There have also been safety concerns with the electrical system, including active complaints about dangerous wiring and power surges in 2021-2024.

The building's fire safety systems have been the subject of multiple violations and complaints, including recent issues with sleeping area requirements (November 2023) and historical concerns with fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and egress obstructions that have generally been corrected. The property underwent some significant repairs and maintenance work following multiple violations issued in 2009-2010, including improvements to fire escapes, lighting, and various interior surfaces. The building's management has generally responded to and resolved most building violations and complaints, though some issues have recurred, particularly regarding heating systems and electrical infrastructure.