1542 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1542 Jackson Street in Nob Hill, owned by the Quon Yin Lee Family Trust, has undergone several significant improvements since 2017, most notably a completed soft-story retrofit that brought the 1912 structure into compliance with seismic safety requirements, earning a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC). Between 2018 and 2020, the property underwent substantial renovations including the conversion of garage and storage spaces into two ADU units (Accessory Dwelling Units) worth $172,000, though this work did generate a brief complaint in October 2020 regarding unauthorized construction activity and noise.

The building's recent history shows proactive maintenance and upgrading of safety systems, with completed work addressing various structural and safety requirements including the installation of new retaining walls in 2013 and modification of structural elements in the garage in 2020. Historical records from 2000-2004 indicate that the building experienced several maintenance challenges, including issues with lead paint, fire safety systems, plumbing, and pest control, though all these violations were resolved between 2000-2001.

More recent inspections and permits demonstrate ongoing upkeep and modernization efforts, including parking space modifications and multiple sidewalk cleaning responses. The property is currently listed with a Tier 3 soft-story retrofit status, indicating that all required seismic upgrades have been completed, and there have been no recent building violations or complaints regarding habitability or maintenance issues. The building's recent permit history and completed work suggest appropriate attention to structural safety, though prospective tenants should note the property's historical age of over 110 years.