2823 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 12-unit, three-story apartment building at 2823 Baker Street in Cow Hollow has undergone several significant upgrades and maintenance work since its construction in 1928, with particular attention to seismic safety and fire safety systems. Recent work includes a stair correction project in November 2023 focusing on egress improvements, and the building has completed mandatory seismic upgrades in 2004, which involved reinforcing walls and installing moment frames.

The building has seen consistent maintenance of essential systems, including a new roof installation in 2017 (though there was a complaint about lack of permit for this work), plumbing upgrades in 2009 that included a new water heater, storage tank, and laundry facilities, and various fire safety equipment maintenance. Historical compliance issues have been addressed, with most violations abated, including multiple fire safety citations regarding extinguishers, alarm systems, and exit maintenance between 2010 and 2023. The building was part of San Francisco's mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program, which generated violations in 2017 that were ultimately resolved by January 2018.

Past water temperature control issues were reported in 2010, but the building's more recent maintenance record suggests improved systems. The property has undergone routine housing inspections, with most issues being promptly addressed. Recent exterior maintenance and neighborhood issues are primarily related to typical urban challenges, including graffiti, sidewalk defects, and noise complaints, though these are not directly related to building safety or maintenance.