2495 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2495 Sutter Street in Lower Pacific Heights, built in 1928, has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit as a Tier 3 property, with work finished and a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) issued, following a voluntary upgrade in 2012 that included the installation of rigid frames behind garage doors, costing approximately $36,000. The building's fire safety systems have received considerable attention, with multiple alarm system upgrades between 2018-2024, including a new fire alarm panel installation and audible inside unit upgrades, though the property experienced recurring fire alarm system issues with multiple violations and corrections noted between 2016-2024.

Recent fire safety concerns included a violation issued in October 2024 regarding alarm system maintenance, while another violation from November 2023 remains open regarding sleeping area requirements. The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural and safety requirements, with a $12,000 fire alarm panel upgrade in 2019, though some historical complaints indicate past maintenance challenges. Earlier issues from the 1996-1997 period included plumbing problems (sewer backups, water leaks), electrical concerns (lighting issues, particularly in multiple units), and a routine inspection identified various building concerns.

The property has experienced several emergency responses, including three gas leak incidents, an unintentional building fire, and various public service calls, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street cleaning and sidewalk maintenance issues, with no recent building-specific complaints filed through the system. While the building has maintained compliance with major safety requirements through its retrofit work, the recurring nature of fire alarm system violations suggests ongoing monitoring of safety systems may be warranted.