1298 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-story, 7-unit multi-family residential building at 1298 California Street in Nob Hill, constructed in 1910, has undergone extensive renovations and maintenance work over the past several years. Most notably, the building completed a significant window replacement project in 2021, installing 40 energy-efficient windows throughout the building, which were required to meet new building code standards. The property has seen continuous investment in infrastructure improvements, with recent permits showing reroofing work ($15,000) scheduled for 2025, and security improvements including a new front elevation security gate and proposed roof deck installation in 2022.

The building systems have received substantial upgrades, including a complete steam heating system replacement in 2017, including new steam boiler installation, and various plumbing and electrical renovations between 2019-2022, particularly focused on kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units. The property has experienced some tenant quality of life issues, notably a cluster of heating system complaints in 2021-2022, though these were generally resolved. There was a period of unpermitted work in 2021-2022 that resulted in a notice of violation and subsequent penalty, though this was addressed through proper permitting processes.

The building achieved soft-story retrofit compliance with a completed work certification, demonstrating seismic safety adherence. Recent maintenance and compliance record shows active management response to violations and maintenance issues, including prompt attention to heating system concerns and regular building maintenance activities. The most recent complaint from December 2023 regarding boiler permit renewal was promptly abated in January 2024, indicating responsive property management.