1961 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The three-story, 9-unit multi-family residential building at 1961 Jefferson Street in the Marina neighborhood, managed by John W Bruns Associates, has undergone several significant safety improvements since its 1927 construction. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory Soft Story Retrofit in 2017, which involved the installation of new plywood shear walls and steel moment frames to enhance seismic stability, achieving "Work Complete, CFC Issued" status.

The building has also faced and addressed multiple fire safety concerns, including recent fire alarm system upgrades in 2024 to meet current codes, though there were earlier issues with alarms and blocked exits in 2024 that were corrected. Historical violations from 2002 required various safety improvements including the installation of fire sprinklers, security features, and gas utility safety measures - all of which were subsequently abated. The property has maintained an active compliance record with periodic inspections and necessary repairs, though it experienced some resident comfort issues in 2010 with reports of window condensation and kitchen sink problems.

Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned parking issues and one sewage backup incident in October 2024, which was resolved. The building's most pressing recent issues involved fire safety systems, with violations in 2024 regarding alarm maintenance, though these were promptly addressed and corrected. The property has a documented history of parking enforcement calls in the vicinity, indicating occasional challenges with street parking management around the building.