1920 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 10-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1920 Pine Street, owned by 1920 Pine Street LLC, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1905. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory Tier 3 Soft Story retrofit in 2018 at a cost of $95,000, achieving compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements. The building has also received important safety upgrades, including the installation of fire sprinkler systems in 2010 (covering both first floor residential areas and the basement), and the removal of an illegal 11th unit in 2009 to improve safety compliance.

Multiple fire safety violations were addressed in 2018, including issues with emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and exit pathways, all of which were subsequently corrected. The property has a history of regular maintenance and safety inspections, with significant attention paid to fire safety systems and building infrastructure. Recent permits from 2019 show work related to street space, though the cost was minimal. The building has experienced periodic issues with common area maintenance and safety systems, as evidenced by several housing violation complaints in 2003 and 2018, all of which were resolved.

Recent 311 calls from 2024 primarily relate to external issues such as parking enforcement and street maintenance rather than building-specific concerns. The building's systems have generally been well-maintained, with most historical violations being promptly addressed and resolved. The most recent significant building-related work was the completion of the Soft Story retrofit, with current maintenance focus appearing to be primarily on external factors such as street space usage and tree maintenance, as evidenced by recent 311 calls. The building's documented history shows consistent compliance with major safety requirements, though periodic inspections have identified areas needing attention, particularly in fire safety systems, which were subsequently corrected.