1159 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 11-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1159 Clay Street in Nob Hill, owned by Janice Fong, has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements since its 1912 construction. The property successfully completed a required soft-story retrofit in 2019 (with associated work completed in 2021), bringing it into compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements. Maintenance work has included a reroofing project completed in 2013 and a sewer line replacement from the house trap to the light-well in 2021, though this plumbing permit has since expired.

The building has experienced various safety and maintenance issues over the years, particularly regarding fire safety. Multiple building violations were recorded in 2000, including problems with smoke enclosure doors, fire proofing, and combustible storage, all of which were officially abated in 2021. Fire emergency equipment such as extinguishers and alarm systems has been the subject of complaints in 2015-2017, though these issues were generally corrected promptly.

Recent concerns have focused on exterior maintenance, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding graffiti and debris removal, and one fire safety violation regarding extinguishers in 2022 that was later corrected. The most recent building activity indicates attention to street space management, with permits issued in 2017-2018 and multiple 311 calls regarding sidewalk cleaning and urban maintenance. The building is currently listed as having completed its soft-story retrofit work with a Certificate of Final Completion issued.