1224 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 16-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 1224 Taylor Street in Nob Hill, owned by Chik Wan Jung Living Trust, has undergone significant safety and infrastructure improvements over recent years. Most notably, in 2024, the building completed comprehensive fire safety upgrades including a new fire alarm system with manual pull stations, smoke detectors, and low-frequency audio equipment, along with the installation of a monitor module for waterflow switch in the basement. The building has met its seismic retrofit requirements as a Tier 2 soft-story building, with work completed and a Certificate of Final Completion issued.

Other significant improvements include the replacement of the hot water boiler system in 2018, reroofing work in both 1991 and 2002, and various electrical system upgrades. The building has a history of maintenance and safety issues that have required attention, particularly in the 2000s and 2010s. These included elevator malfunctions, heating system problems, and various building code violations related to fire escapes, lighting, and garbage storage.

In 2015, there was a concerning incident involving potential lead paint exposure in the ceiling affecting multiple units, though this was investigated and closed. The most recent fire violation from December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements is currently open. The property has undergone regular routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services, with most issues being addressed and resolved. Recent 311 calls (2022-2024) primarily relate to external matters such as sidewalk parking and cleaning issues, rather than building-specific problems.