16 Laguna St, San Francisco, CA 94102

16 Laguna Street is a 6-story, 19-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by 16-50 Laguna I2 LLC. The building has undergone substantial recent improvements, including a major renovation project filed in 2021 to add four accessory dwelling units on the first level (costing approximately $3.4 million), and several individual unit remodels between 2018-2021 involving kitchen and bathroom upgrades, washer/dryer installations, and various other improvements across multiple units (costs ranging from $5,000 to $150,000). A significant safety upgrade was completed in 2019 with the installation of a modern fire alarm system, including wireless low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet code requirements.

The building has experienced some recurring maintenance and safety issues over the years. Most recently, in July 2023, there were violations regarding fire escape ladder maintenance and compliance documentation, though these were abated by August 2023. Historical complaints from 2017 and 2012 indicate concerns about security, including mail theft and building access, as well as maintenance issues like elevator problems and heating system outages.

There were also multiple past violations related to boiler operation permits in 2010-2005, though these are now marked as not active. The property has maintained active communication with city authorities regarding building maintenance and safety standards, as evidenced by various completed permits and inspections over the years. Recent 311 calls from 2022-2024 primarily relate to street-level issues such as waste removal and parking concerns, rather than building-specific problems.