1338 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The eight-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 1338 Baker Street, constructed in 1963 and currently owned by the Alan & Jenny Tan Family Trust, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various challenges over its history. Most notably, in 2023-2024, the building prioritized safety and comfort with a voluntary seismic upgrade completed in September 2023 (cost: $50,000) and the replacement of 22 windows to address water leakage issues, with the permit filed in July 2024. The building has experienced recurring window-related concerns, with previous replacements in Unit #6 in 2019 (cost: $3,000).

Historical data reveals multiple fire safety violations in 2003 that were promptly resolved within a month, including issues with egress obstruction, combustible storage, fire escape maintenance, and gas meter instructions. The building underwent reroofing in 2004 (cost: $10,000) and has maintained its infrastructure through various improvements, including the installation of exterior lights in 2017 and multiple routine housing inspections that have generally resulted in prompt corrections of identified issues. Recent activity around the property, particularly in late 2024, shows several parking enforcement calls and reports of garbage and debris, though these are not necessarily indicative of building management issues.

The property has experienced four fire alarm system malfunctions in 2010, which were all promptly corrected, and a carbon monoxide incident was recorded without any civilian injuries. An illegal short-term rental violation from Unit #8 was reported and resolved in 2021. The building's maintenance record shows regular attention to both safety upgrades and comfort improvements, with most issues being addressed promptly when they arise.