1541-1545 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-unit residential building at 1541-1545 Franklin Street in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by Nip Tr, was constructed in 1908 and is classified as a Flats & Duplex structure over three stories. The property underwent significant electrical and safety upgrades in the early 2000s, including a comprehensive electrical system modernization in 2004 with 200-amp service and multiple circuits, as well as a kitchen and bathroom remodel on the second floor costing $25,000. A reroofing project was completed in 2010 for $5,000. The building's most notable challenges occurred during two routine safety inspections, first in 2002 and again in 2013.

The 2013 inspection revealed several fire safety concerns including the need for battery-operated smoke detectors at stairwells, fire extinguisher servicing, and the removal of a wooden utility ladder. These violations were all abated within a week of being cited. Earlier, the 2002 inspection identified issues with security viewers on doors, rodent infestation, and other safety concerns, which were also addressed within approximately five weeks. The property has experienced multiple false fire alarm incidents since 2018, primarily related to smoke detector activations, though none resulted in injuries or confirmed fires.

Recent activity around the building, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls throughout 2024, primarily involves street cleaning and debris removal, with multiple reports of abandoned furniture and garbage. These external issues appear to be largely unrelated to the building's condition or safety systems. The most recent building-related permits were for street space usage in 2019, suggesting no significant internal modifications or improvements have been made in the past four years. The property's historical records show a conversion from a dental office and parking garage back to three residential units was completed in 1988, indicating its current use as multi-family housing has been stable for over 35 years.