1526 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The three-story, 15-unit multi-family residential building at 1526 Filbert Street, constructed in 1923 and currently owned by 1526 Filbert LLC, has undergone several significant safety and infrastructure improvements over the past decades. Most recently, in August 2023 and October 2023, the building received a fire alarm system upgrade, including the installation of low-frequency horns in sleeping areas, at a cost of approximately $53,100. The property completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2016, with improvements valued at $125,000, achieving compliance with San Francisco's Tier 3 requirements.

The building has a history of multiple fire safety issues, particularly during the 2001-2006 period, when it faced several violations related to fire proofing, fire escape maintenance, smoke enclosure doors, and combustible storage, all of which were subsequently abated by October 2006. More recent concerns include a 2020 complaint regarding construction noise and work times on an adjacent empty lot, and multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding general building maintenance and exterior issues. The property experienced regular fire safety inspections and violations between 2006 and 2024, including a 2020 fire code violation related to blocked exits that was corrected by November 2020.

The most recent fire-related inspections in early 2024 noted conditions related to hazardous materials and electrical systems that were promptly corrected. The building's maintenance record shows attention to major systems, including a reroofing project from 1996, though some older permits have expired. Recent 311 calls from 2022-2024 primarily relate to exterior maintenance and urban cleanliness issues surrounding the building's location.