1457-1467 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1457-1467 Fulton Street in Park North, constructed in 1900, has a notable history of maintenance and compliance issues, particularly regarding its soft-story status. The property has undergone significant improvements in recent years, including the installation of electric vehicle charging stations in 2021 and a $14,000 reroofing project in 2018. However, more concerning is the building's current active status as an unregistered soft-story structure, with complaints filed in December 2020 citing significant earthquake safety concerns.

This follows a history of non-compliance dating back to 2017 when the owner failed to submit required seismic retrofit plans for the mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program. The building has experienced various maintenance and compliance challenges over the years, including multiple violations related to unauthorized construction work. A major violation in 2009 involved several unpermitted modifications, including a rear deck, fence height issues, window replacements, and concrete work, though these were eventually addressed.

Between 2008-2016, the property underwent substantial plumbing work, including the installation of shower pans in all units, sewer line upgrades, and kitchen and bathroom remodeling. The building also faced safety concerns in 2010 when violations were issued regarding the lack of fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, though these have since been resolved. While many historical issues have been addressed, the outstanding soft-story compliance requirement remains a significant concern, with active complaints filed as recently as December 2020. The property has maintained active compliance through various repairs and improvements, including a recently filed exemption with the Rent Board in October 2024, though some recent 311 calls in 2024 indicate ongoing concerns with parking issues and debris management near the property.