959 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 959 Powell Street, owned by Nob Hill Rock LLC, has an extensive maintenance and incident history since its construction in 1912. Most recently, in July 2023, there was significant fire/smoke damage requiring removal of hazardous materials, with associated permits valued at $84,000. The building is currently facing multiple active violations filed in March 2023, including issues with water damage, fire safety systems, garbage receptacle placement, and compliance documentation.

A notable complaint from December 2022 reported leaks in the boiler room causing mold and odor problems affecting units. The building has experienced recurring fire safety system issues, with five fire alarm-related incidents recorded in 2023-2024, though most were determined to have no merit or resulted in violations being issued. Historical records show a pattern of maintenance and compliance challenges, including a 2000 incident involving an inoperative boiler unit and various fire safety concerns that were eventually resolved.

The property has completed its Soft-Story seismic retrofitting requirements as a Tier 3 building. Several significant development proposals have been considered for the site over the years, including plans for additional units and commercial space, though these have mostly remained informational or not pursued. The building's recent history has been marked by infrastructure issues, particularly related to water systems, fire safety, and periodic boiler problems, with the most pressing current concerns being the active violations from 2023.