1114-1118 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1114-1118 Pine Street, owned by Judy Hong Idgt, was constructed in 1909 and has undergone several significant safety upgrades in recent years. Most notably, the building completed its required soft-story retrofit in 2016, installing plywood shear walls in the street-level basement to comply with San Francisco building codes. The fire safety systems have received particular attention, with three fire alarm upgrades between 2022-2023 costing over $28,000, and work on related systems including a $1,800 electrical upgrade in 2023.

The building has experienced several fire alarm and detector activations, though these incidents have not resulted in any civilian injuries or significant damage. In 2010, the building underwent a health and safety inspection that identified multiple issues including fire escape maintenance, gas utility requirements, and various plumbing/electrical concerns, all of which were resolved within one month. The property's maintenance history shows consistent attention to essential systems, including two boiler-related permits in 2014 (backflow preventer repairs) and 2017 (boiler replacement), as well as seismic safety improvements.

The building has been monitored through regular inspections, including routine checks in 2000 and 2004, with all identified issues being addressed. Recent exterior maintenance appears to be ongoing, with numerous reports of abandoned furniture and debris requiring municipal cleanup between May and November 2024, though these primarily affect street areas rather than the building itself. The building's soft-story retrofit was classified as Tier 3, and the work has been completed with a Certificate of Final Completion issued.