1470 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-story, 24-unit multi-family residential building at 1470 Fulton Street in Park North was constructed in 1927 and has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements over the years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory Soft Story Retrofit in 2017-2018, addressing earthquake safety concerns as a Tier 2 building, with the retrofit work officially completed and receiving its Certificate of Final Completion. The building underwent a major electrical upgrade in 2008 with the installation of a 200-amp main panel and 25 meters, and previous improvements include reroofing work completed in 2000 and retaining wall replacement in 1990.

Recent fire safety inspections have shown a mix of compliance and violation issues, with the most recent finding in September 2024 regarding fire extinguishers being corrected, though there were also previous violations in 2022 related to alarm systems and unapproved assembly spaces. The property has experienced several maintenance and safety challenges over the past few years, particularly concerning paint-related issues in 2018-2021, including complaints about lead paint concerns and improper paint disposal. There have been multiple fire safety inspections revealing various issues, including blocked exits, alarm system problems, and exit maintenance concerns, though most were promptly corrected.

Recent 311 calls between 2023-2024 have primarily involved external matters such as parking issues, garbage concerns, and graffiti, rather than building-specific problems. The building's maintenance history shows regular routine safety inspections (detailed in multiple years), suggesting ongoing monitoring of building conditions. While there have been some significant building violations in the past, particularly regarding the initial failure to comply with the Soft Story Retrofit program in 2016, these have generally been addressed through subsequent correction actions and permit completions.