1245-1249 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The three-unit residential building at 1245-1249 Clay Street in Nob Hill, owned by the 1990 Chow Trust The and constructed in 1909, has a history marked by several significant events, particularly concerning building code compliance and unauthorized modifications. Most recently, in May 2021, there was a complaint about unpermitted work including a possible whole unit remodel with late construction hours, though this was resolved within two weeks. The building has undergone multiple code compliance matters, including a notable violation in 1999 (Case #199923232) that led to several related permits, requiring siding replacement due to dry rot near the roof access.

In 2005, the building underwent work to address this violation, including the addition of a stairway cover and access door at the roof, with subsequent permit renewals in 2006 showing the completion of this work. There was a confirmed egress obstruction incident in 2002 involving boxes and personal belongings along rear stairs, though this was quickly resolved within one month. The property's permit history also reveals attempts to address various structural elements, including a stairwell cover proposed in 1994 (permit canceled) and the abatement of a violation in 1993 (permit expired).

A routine inspection in 2011 and the issuance of a 311 call in 2019 regarding street cleaning and loose garbage were recorded, along with a fire-related complaint in 2006 that was promptly corrected. The only recorded fire incident was a false alarm with no civilian injuries. The building's permit and violation history suggests ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts, with particular attention required for various roof and stairway access issues over the years, while more recent years have shown fewer housing violations or safety concerns, aside from the 2021 unpermitted work complaint.