1050 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 43-unit, 6-story apartment building at 1050 Franklin Street, built in 1930, has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance upgrades in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, the building completed a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing $77,900 to comply with new fire code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and updating all existing devices to be compatible with the new panel. The building has experienced recurring elevator issues, with a particularly problematic outage in 2020 that significantly affected disabled and elderly residents.

Recent tenant complaints from March 2024 highlighted multiple concerns, including a malfunctioning toilet, problematic oven, water damage, and sink issues, all of which were officially abated by May 2024. The property has a history of fire safety violations, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirement violation in March 2024 and a standpipe issue in July 2024, though the building's management has generally addressed such violations promptly. The building's maintenance record shows regular attention to critical systems, including multiple boiler replacements (most recently in 2014), roof work (2003), and various telecommunications infrastructure upgrades.

Historical issues include a serious sewer system problem in 2001 that was classified as a health hazard. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 have reported various exterior maintenance issues, including flooding and graffiti, though many of these cases were resolved quickly. The building's fire safety record shows periodic violations and false alarms, with fire system-related issues being addressed through proper corrective action in most cases. While the property has maintained basic operational requirements, the frequency of elevator outages and recent internal maintenance issues suggests areas requiring ongoing attention to maintain resident comfort and safety.