1342 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The three-story, six-unit apartment building at 1342 Jones Street in Nob Hill, owned by Katherine A. Fong, has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work over the past few years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2019 (evidencing compliance with San Francisco's seismic safety requirements), and has recently updated its fire safety systems with a new alarm system installation in 2023 that includes modern components such as smoke detectors, manual stations, and horn/strobes.

The building has maintained active upkeep with recent improvements including a $40,000 kitchen remodel in Unit #6 (completed in 2024) and the installation of a replacement steam boiler system in 2017. Historical records show several compliance issues from 2000-2010 primarily related to fire safety systems, lead paint concerns, and boiler permit renewals, all of which were eventually resolved. Recent infrastructure improvements include work on the rear retaining wall in 2020 and multiple plumbing and electrical upgrades associated with the building's modernization efforts.

The property has experienced minimal recent complaints, with none regarding serious safety or habitability issues. The building's maintenance history shows an active response to regulatory requirements, particularly regarding seismic safety and fire safety compliance. The most recent building activity includes minor adjustments to the fire alarm system in 2024, specifically the removal of sounders on the first level. While there were several street space permits issued between 2017-2020, these are standard municipal permits and do not indicate any building-specific concerns.