1355 Bay St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 14-unit multi-family residential building at 1355 Bay Street, owned by Bnv Associates LLC, is a three-story structure built in 1927 and has undergone several significant infrastructure upgrades over the past decade. Most notably, in 2018, the building received comprehensive fire safety improvements including a new fire alarm system with sprinkler monitoring and the installation of a 2-inch underground fire service.

The building's safety features were further enhanced with the installation of NFPA 13 sprinkler systems, upgrading to an intelligent fire alarm panel, and new low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. Recent maintenance includes a hot water boiler replacement in 2020 and various plumbing and electrical upgrades to support a new ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) installation at the ground floor in 2018-2019. The property has experienced some historical challenges, particularly in 1999 when there were multiple complaints about lack of heat and hot water, and in 2001 concerning water damage and deck condition.

While these issues were resolved, they represent a period of significant maintenance challenges. More recently, in August 2024, a complaint was filed regarding dry rotted wood and peeling paint on the building's front elevations, though this complaint is currently marked as "Not Active." The building has successfully completed its Tier 3 soft story retrofit requirements, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety standards. Recent maintenance records show regular updates to building systems including window replacements and routine inspections, indicating ongoing attention to building upkeep and safety compliance.