1856 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

1856 Pacific Avenue is a three-story, 11-unit multi-family residential building located in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1966 and currently owned by Pacific Manor LP. The property has undergone significant improvements and infrastructure upgrades over recent years, including a comprehensive remodel in 2018-2019 that featured full plumbing and electrical system replacements, installation of new fire safety systems, and the addition of ADUs. These improvements included a new sprinkler system, updated fire alarm system with cellular communication, and seismic retrofitting to comply with mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program requirements, for which the building is classified as Tier 3 with work completed and CFC issued.

The building has experienced several maintenance and safety-related issues over its history, most notably a series of fire safety violations between 2013 and 2022, including concerns with blocked exits, alarm systems, and sprinkler/standpipe systems - all of which have been corrected. Recent tenant complaints from 2020 during construction work raised concerns about dust, noise, and compliance with safety protocols, though these issues appear to have been resolved. The most current active complaint (as of October 2023) concerns unauthorized construction work occurring without proper permits.

The property also experienced some civil infrastructure improvements, including the installation of heat pumps and solar panels in 2019, though multiple construction-related complaints were filed during this period regarding construction hours and work site conditions. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing safety violations and making systematic improvements to fire safety and building systems, though there have been intermittent issues with system reliability and compliance. Historical complaints from 2005-2006 documented issues with elevator functionality, ceiling repairs, and various system maintenance concerns, all of which were subsequently addressed. Recent infrastructure improvements and safety system upgrades suggest a commitment to maintaining the building's systems and addressing safety concerns, though the current active construction complaint indicates there may still be occasional compliance issues.