123 Joice St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 123 Joice St in Nob Hill, built in 1912 and currently owned by Crawford Family Revocable Trust, has undergone significant recent safety improvements, most notably a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in late 2023 at a cost of approximately $23,434. This upgrade included the installation of a new fire alarm control panel, updated devices for compatibility, and the addition of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire code requirements. The building has a documented history of safety violations from February 2006, when multiple issues were identified during a routine inspection, including problems with fire safety systems, egress obstructions, and general security concerns.

However, all these violations were abated by April 2006. The property has experienced some maintenance challenges in recent years, with two notable sewage backup incidents reported in March 2022, though these were resolved by the PUC Sewer Operations team. There have also been recurring issues with street cleaning and waste management in the vicinity, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2022 and 2024, particularly regarding loose garbage and waste on public property, though some of these cases were determined to be private property concerns.

The building's fire safety systems have received regular attention, as evidenced by the 2006 violations and the more recent 2023 upgrades, suggesting ongoing compliance with safety regulations. The property has not experienced any reported fire incidents beyond a false alarm activation. While the building has faced various maintenance and security challenges in the past, recent improvements to the fire safety system indicate investment in and attention to resident safety concerns.