1196-1198 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1196-1198 Fulton Street in Alamo Square, owned by the James O Siegel III Trust, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1890. Most notably, between 2000-2001, the property underwent substantial structural work including voluntary perimeter foundation strengthening, installation of sheer walls, and replacement of lower-level sheetrock walls, representing a significant investment in the building's stability ($30,000 and $21,840 respectively). The building has maintained regular safety inspections, with routine checks conducted in 2003, 2008, 2011, 2012, and most recently in 2019, though concerns were raised in April 2010 regarding improper paint removal without proper containment measures.

The property has recently experienced multiple garbage-related issues, with ten reports of overflowing city garbage cans being logged between January 1-12, 2025, though all these cases were resolved. Historical records indicate the building's designation as a historical landmark (#135) and its classification as an RH-3 district property with previous proposals for use as a 7-room bed & breakfast inn and office space. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including fire sprinkler head adjustments in 2001 and various interior improvements, such as countertop replacement in 2003.

While the property has had various maintenance and safety inspections over the years, there are no current active complaints or violations on record. The most recent permitted work, while not documented in the provided data, would logically fall between 2020 and 2023, though no specifics are available in the provided records. The building's historical status and various uses suggest it has undergone several transformations while maintaining its residential character, though recent garbage issues indicate some challenges with waste management in the immediate area.