2801-2825 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The 19-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2801-2825 California Street, constructed in 1927, has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years. Most notably, the building received a completed fire alarm system upgrade in March 2024, including low-frequency sounders and radio communicators. The property successfully completed mandatory soft-story retrofitting in 2016, achieving "Work Complete" status with a CFC issued.

However, recent tenant complaints from October 2023 have raised serious concerns about the condition of the rear stairs, which reportedly have crumbling surfaces and a taped-shut door affecting fire egress, as well as issues with door locks and jamming doors affecting resident access. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure, including recent plumbing work in 2024 involving water service line replacement and boiler replacement. Previous major works included commercial kitchen renovations, multiple sewer line replacements, and various building system upgrades.

The property has experienced recurring fire safety violations over the years, though most have been promptly addressed and abated. Recent fire violations in 2023 and 2019 involved sleeping area requirements and alarm system maintenance, respectively. The building's commercial space has seen various improvements and tenant changes over the years, with multiple permits issued for restaurant and retail improvements, including recent work in 2019 valued at $100,000 for interior renovations and building systems retrofit. Multiple 311 calls in January 2025 regarding garbage and debris on the street have been recorded and resolved, though this may indicate ongoing waste management challenges in the area.