1005 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 32-unit, 5-story apartment building at 1005 Larkin Street, built in 1907 and currently owned by New Century Management Lfc, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received multiple fire safety violations related to the sprinkler system, alarm systems, fire escapes, exits, and combustible materials, though many of these were subsequently corrected by July 2023. The building has undergone several unit renovations between 2015-2020, including major kitchen and bathroom remodels in units 15, 16, and 22, with associated plumbing and electrical work totaling tens of thousands of dollars.

A concerning pattern emerged in 2020 with multiple complaints about unauthorized construction work and noise disturbances, leading to inspections in August 2020, though these complaints were eventually marked as not active. The property has maintained its essential systems, with documented work on the fire alarm panel (2013), hot water boiler replacement (2011), and various plumbing repairs including sewer line work in 2013. Historical maintenance records show the building underwent reroofing in 2002 and addressed several fire safety issues in 2002-2003, including fire extinguisher maintenance, window repairs, and security improvements, though some of these violations were initially categorized as "not active." More recent building complaints from 2022-2023 regarding vacant stores, building facade issues, and unauthorized roll-down door installation remain active as of 2023.

The building's plumbing systems have received attention as recently as 2022 with the installation of a grease trap for a restaurant. The property has experienced several fire-related incidents over the years, though most have been false alarms or unintentional activations, with no reported civilian injuries. The building's fire safety systems have required ongoing maintenance and corrections, as evidenced by the 2023 violations and previous 2013 fire alarm panel replacement. While many historical violations have been resolved, the recent pattern of active complaints and violations suggests ongoing attention to building systems and compliance requirements remains necessary.