1611 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1611 Franklin Street is a 14-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1962, currently owned by the H Robert Lee Trust. The property has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades in recent years, with particular attention to fire safety systems. Most notably, a mandatory soft-story retrofit was permitted in August 2024 to enhance structural safety, and the building is undergoing fire alarm system upgrades to comply with current codes, including the installation of low-frequency horns in sleeping areas as recently as November 2024.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety concerns over the past decade, with multiple fire complaints regarding alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and extinguishers, though most have been promptly corrected. A recent fire violation from January 2025 was issued for a missing smoke alarm. The property has seen various unit-specific improvements, including a complete remodel of Unit 103 in 2019, and building-wide infrastructure updates such as the replacement of three forced air furnaces in 2021 and sewer system work in 2020.

Historical records show earlier maintenance work including roof replacements in the 1990s. While the building has had some inspection history indicating past issues, these appear to have been resolved promptly. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to exterior issues such as graffiti and sidewalk maintenance, with the most recent building-specific concerns being addressed through regular city services. The property's recent and ongoing improvements suggest active management engagement with building safety and maintenance requirements, particularly in addressing seismic safety and fire code compliance.