1427 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1427 Larkin Street is a 9-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, owned by the Shaun Supanich Trust and constructed in 1917. The building has undergone significant renovations and safety upgrades in recent years, most notably following a substantial fire incident in December 2018 that caused considerable damage to multiple units (1-5 minor smoke and water damage; 6 total loss; 7-9 firefighting, water, and smoke damage). In 2019-2020, the property underwent comprehensive improvements including the installation of 61 sprinklers, complete fire alarm system upgrades, window replacements, and extensive remodeling of several units (2, 3, 6, 7) along with fire damage repairs. The electrical system was notably upgraded with a panel increase from 100 to 400 amps, and all units received new electrical work for bathrooms and kitchens.

The building's safety systems received particular attention, with multiple fire alarm system inspections and corrections between 2007 and 2022, though several fire-related incidents involving alarm systems and sprinklers were recorded. A significant modernization project in 2020 involved upgrading the fire alarm system to comply with current codes, including sprinkler monitoring. While the building achieved Soft-Story compliance as Tier 3 with work completed, there were historical violations related to fire escapes, smoke doors, and gas meter instructions from 2001-2005, all of which were addressed. The property has maintained active unit renovations, with the most recent work in 2023 involving kitchen cabinet installations in Unit 9, valued at $25,000.

The surrounding area has experienced typical urban challenges as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding street cleaning and waste issues, with the most recent incidents occurring in late 2024. While the building has a history of fire safety violations and complaints, records indicate that most issues have been corrected promptly. The fire department response history shows primarily non-emergency calls related to alarm system checks and invalid assists, with no civilian injuries recorded in recent incidents. The property's maintenance record suggests ongoing investment in building infrastructure, though prospective tenants should be aware of the building's fire incident history and the associated improvements made since.