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1355 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
25
311 Calls
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

27
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 27% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The 11-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1355 California Street, managed by Trust B-1 Of The Residuary, has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple compliance issues since its construction in 1911. The building completed mandatory seismic soft-story retrofitting in 2020 (initial work started in 2016 with a cost of $120,000), which was required due to its tier 3 classification. Recent tenant concerns have focused on safety issues, particularly regarding a December 2024 complaint about dangerous exposed wiring, problematic stairs, and a former trash chute.

The building has seen multiple unit renovations, including comprehensive updates to units 5, 8, and 11 between 2012-2016, featuring kitchen and bathroom remodels, window replacements, and electrical upgrades. The property has experienced several compliance challenges over the years, including multiple building violations in 2015 related to interior surfaces that were addressed by October 2015, and recurring fire safety concerns. Recent fire complaints from 2024 regarding exit maintenance and extinguishers were corrected, though there were previous issues in 2022 and 2018 concerning fire safety systems.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural integrity and resident comfort, with significant investments in re-roofing (2018 - $29,500) and various unit improvements. However, recurring issues with exterior maintenance, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris, and concerns about the building's overall condition expressed in recent complaints, suggest ongoing challenges with property upkeep. The building currently has an open graffiti issue from December 2023 and a medical waste concern from October 2023 that remains unresolved, while recently filed complaints about fire safety violations from May 2024 have also been noted.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Downtown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 11
Year built 1911
Total area 8475 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units
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Key Building Statistics

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Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
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Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
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DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
25
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
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Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
2
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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1355 California St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Trust B-1 Of The ResiduaryPo S Lew Trustee 1361 California St San Francisco CA 94109

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1355 California St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 1355 California St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-05-14 08:31:07+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisother_bagged_boxed_contained_garbage Closed
2024-12-31 14:35:01+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchblocking_driveway_cite_towNone Closed
2024-12-19 16:13:28+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisother_loose_garbage_debris_yard_waste Closed
2024-12-03 13:20:11+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisfurniture Closed
2024-11-02 23:58:24+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrisneedles_less_than_20 Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2024-12-09 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 06-dec-24; time last observed: 12:30; identity of person performing the work: i have no idea; floor: all floors; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling exposed wiring; expired permits; flues/vents defective; disabled acc: stairs/ramps; ; additional information: this whole place is very dangerous. i¿ve fallen down the stairs many times. i have much complaints but would like to stay anonymous. there¿s a whole street level empty unit so to speak in the front of the building that has extremely dangerous exposed wires that you can see from outside the window near the trash area. they took away the trash shoot, and everybody hits their head on it, and the stairs are so steep to get down to the trash me and multiple other residents have fallen and hit their heads and they leave the big trash shootout still which i¿ve sliced my head open on multiple times.; Not Active View on DBI
2024-05-08 00:00:00+00:002024-05-23 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesCommon areas Not Active View on DBI
2019-10-01 00:00:00+00:002020-10-06 00:00:00+00:00Building Inspection DivisionFailure to comply with soft story tier iii Not Active View on DBI
2015-04-09 00:00:00+00:002015-10-01 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesHallway floor flooded from leaking ceiling. peeling paint. tenant says hardwood floors are glued (?). kitchen sink is old. front door hole on bottom. smoke streams from downstairs at night. lack of heat. Not Active View on DBI
2011-11-28 00:00:00+00:002012-03-20 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesNo hot water since 3/2008 Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-05-08T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. inspector yee performed a routine safety inspection of public and common areas. chapters 1, 2, & 3 of the san francisco housing code require that the department of building inspection perform periodic health & safety inspections of residential property. this routine inspection was conducted to assure that all requirements have been met per attached routine inspection checklist. please email all photos and documents if you cannot meet in person. 1355 california building sectionnot active
2024-05-08T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfhc 604 ) complete the 604 affidavit provided for certification for structural maintenance by a licensed contractor/engineer. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, send to inspector yee at 49 south van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94103, fax to (628) 652-3709 or email the forms to dennis.yee@sfgov.org. building sectionnot active
2024-05-08T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfhc 420.4, 907.211 and 340.1.6.1 ) complete the 420 affidavit provided for self certification for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, send to inspector yee at 49 south van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94103, fax to (628) 652-3709 or email the forms to dennis.yee@sfgov.org. building sectionnot active
2024-05-08T00:00:00.000Z maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc) on reinspection day, property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to demonstrate the workability of the fire escape ladders. or provide a written and signed report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have been tested and are functional or you are required to lower the ladder on re-inspection day to verify its proper full release. all fire escape drop ladders must be maintained and serviced annually, particularly the cable and all moving parts. lubricate and drop the ladder at least once a year. building sectionnot active
2024-05-08T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. your cooperation is appreciated. other sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2020-12-10 00:00:00+00:00743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentionalNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 1355 California St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

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Planning Records

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Tenant Buyouts

Tenant buyout records for the property.

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