1881 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The 42-unit multi-family residential building at 1881 Sutter Street in Lower Pacific Heights, constructed in 1974 and owned by Katsura LP, has undergone significant renovations and faced several safety compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are open violations related to sleeping area requirements issued in November 2023 and April 2023 violations concerning the sprinkler/standpipe systems and alarm systems that were not resolved until July 2023. The building has seen extensive unit renovations between 2020-2024, including bathroom and kitchen remodels in multiple units (105, 107, 206, 207, 211, 212, 214, 215, 217, 307, 309, 311), window and door retrofits, and a roof replacement completed in 2021 costing $41,300.

More recent work includes the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to comply with fire code requirements (filed January 2024) and window/door retrofits in Unit 314 (filed April 2024). The property has experienced various fire safety incidents and system activations, including false alarms and one cooking fire, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Between 2022 and 2023, there were multiple fire safety violations related to alarm systems and sprinkler systems, with the most recent citation in November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements.

Historical records show routine inspections dating back to 1999 and a boiler permit issue in 2021 that was promptly addressed. Recent 311 calls from early 2025 indicate ongoing maintenance challenges in the surrounding area, including reports of graffiti, garbage, and a damaged parking meter. The building's management has generally addressed maintenance issues through proper permitting and inspections, as evidenced by the completion of numerous plumbing and electrical permits across multiple units.