955 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94108

The 4-story, 19-unit multi-family residential building at 955 Pine Street, constructed in 1911 and currently owned by Topkis Family Trust, has undergone significant improvements and faced several maintenance challenges over its recent history. Most notably, the building completed mandatory soft-story seismic strengthening in 2016 (Tier 2) at a cost of $40,000, followed by various related improvements, including the addition of fire sprinklers and safety upgrades.

Recent work includes a reroofing project initiated in March 2024 costing $28,500, and ongoing concerns about fire escape maintenance, with violations issued in August 2024 regarding repairs needed for both front and rear fire escapes. The building has experienced several critical system upgrades and repairs, including the legalization of an additional dwelling unit in 2016-2020 with associated safety improvements, and plumbing work such as boiler replacements and sprinkler system installations. Various routine inspections have identified issues requiring attention, particularly regarding fire safety equipment, with multiple citations for fire extinguishers and escape routes in the past.

A notable maintenance history includes responses to a mold complaint in 2014, roof and gutter issues (2018), and multiple fire safety inspections. Recent 311 calls and complaints (2023-2024) show ongoing attention to building maintenance needs, including responses to graffiti, sidewalk cleaning, and various service requests. The property's maintenance record shows a pattern of addressing both urgent safety concerns and routine upkeep, with most historical violations having been resolved despite some current open violations related to fire escape maintenance.