1580 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 16-unit, 4-story apartment building at 1580 Jackson Street in Nob Hill, owned by Ming & Manling Koo 2012 Irr, has a documented history of maintenance and safety-related events spanning several years. Most recently, in 2023, substantial renovations were completed in Apartment #15, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling with an investment of $60,000. The building underwent mandatory soft-story retrofit work in 2016 (cost: $80,000) to comply with seismic safety requirements, and this work has been completed and certified.

Several concerning issues have emerged in recent years, including a February 2023 complaint about unregulated roof access and potential safety hazards, as well as past problems with heating systems, pest infestations, and plumbing concerns. Of particular note, there was a significant cluster of violations in 2015-2016 related to interior maintenance, including issues with window sills, water heater, baseboards, floor coverings, and potential lead hazards, though these were abated by May 2016. The building has experienced various maintenance and safety inspections over the years, with a consistent pattern of addressing fire safety concerns, including fire escape inspections and alarm system maintenance - all of which were corrected upon inspection.

There have been multiple instances of false alarms, cooking-related incidents, and detector activations, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent records from 2024 show recurring issues with garbage and debris removal near the property, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for street cleaning. The property has undergone various improvements and repairs over time, including roof replacement in 2008, multiple unit renovations, and plumbing upgrades, indicating ongoing maintenance efforts by management. The building's historical data reflects a typical pattern for older San Francisco buildings, with periodic maintenance needs, response to tenant complaints, and compliance with city regulations, particularly regarding seismic safety through the completed soft-story retrofit.