239 Cervantes Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123

The three-story, five-unit apartment building at 239 Cervantes Blvd in the Marina district, owned by Marc E. Demartini, was constructed in 1951 and has undergone several significant improvements to maintain safety and modernize its facilities. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 4) and upgraded its fire alarm system in 2023 to comply with current safety codes, including installing low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas.

Recent improvements in 2024 have focused on individual unit upgrades and building maintenance, including a deck repair in Unit 1, reroofing project, kitchen and bathroom remodels in Unit 5, electrical rewiring of Units 3 and 5, and the addition of new laundry facilities. The building has an established history of promptly addressing violations, particularly fire safety issues, as evidenced by the resolution of multiple fire safety citations in 2011 related to fire proofing and fire extinguishers. Recent property maintenance records from late 2024 show several external infrastructure issues that are being addressed, including damaged trees, a small sinkhole in a planter box, and a sidewalk defect.

These issues are currently open and accepted for investigation or repair. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to both safety compliance and general upkeep, with building permits totaling over $100,000 in improvements between 2023-2024. Historical records indicate earlier violations from 2003 related to fire extinguishers and water heater ventilation, which were resolved, and a 1987 incident regarding municipal code compliance that was also addressed. Multiple parking enforcement calls regarding driveway blocking and several utility-related service requests have been recorded through 311 calls, reflecting typical urban property management challenges.