1250 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1250 Grove Street in Alamo Square, owned by Murphy San Francisco LP, was constructed in 1926 and has experienced several significant events over its history. Most concerning is the building's potential designation as a soft-story structure, with complaints filed in December 2020 (still listed as active) indicating it had not been added to the city's soft-story property mandate, representing a possible seismic safety concern. The property has also faced multiple building and safety issues in recent years, including unpermitted work and COVID-19 protocol violations during construction in late 2020, and there were tenant complaints about hot water and maintenance issues in 1996.

The building's fire safety systems have been a recurring concern, with multiple fire alarm system violations recorded between 2017 and 2024, though most were promptly corrected. The building underwent an electrical upgrade in 2008 with the installation of a 200-amp service and 14 meter mains, replacing older fused meters. Historical permits show some maintenance work, including attempted repairs to rear stairs in 1999, though this permit expired. The property has maintained regular routine safety inspections, with records showing attention to security issues such as a malfunctioning front gate lock in 2003, which was promptly repaired.

There have been five tenant buyouts recorded at this address, including one for $20,000 in March 2020 involving one tenant. Recent 311 calls from 2022-2024 primarily relate to street and sidewalk maintenance issues, including garbage cleanup and parking violations, which are external to the building's operations. The property has experienced occasional plumbing issues, as evidenced by complaints about shower temperature control and refrigerator problems in early 1996, though these issues were quickly addressed. The building's location and age suggest it has undergone typical urban maintenance challenges, with both routine inspections and violations indicating ongoing management oversight of safety systems.