1136-1144 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The five-story apartment building at 1136-1144 Sutter Street, constructed in 1911, contains 49 multi-family residential units and has undergone numerous renovations and safety upgrades over the past decade. Recent significant improvements include a 2022 voluntary system upgrade and horn upgrade to meet fire code requirements, and multiple fire safety system modifications between 2017-2023, including the installation of sounders, sprinklers, and electrical system improvements.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety violations between 2023-2024, particularly related to sleeping area requirements and blocked exits, though many have been corrected. The property has undergone various substantial improvements, including the conversion of ground-level office space to a commercial bakery and limited service restaurant in 2016, with associated electrical and plumbing work, and multiple apartment unit upgrades including kitchen relocations and bathroom remodels.

Several building complaints were filed regarding unauthorized renovations and safety concerns in 2019, while earlier complaints from 2015-2016 highlighted issues with toxic fumes during construction and concerns about structural safety. The building's fire safety history shows mostly false alarms or unintentional activations, with the exception of two minor incidents recorded as "Fire, other" with no civilian injuries. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate ongoing issues with garbage and debris management around the property.