2090 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 2090 Grove Street in Park North, owned by 2090 Grove Street LLC, was constructed in 1924 and has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received substantial fire safety upgrades, including a complete fire alarm system modernization that incorporated low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and upgraded fire panel equipment, costing over $51,000. The building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015, bringing it into compliance with seismic safety requirements.

Historical records from 2003 show multiple fire safety violations related to egress, smoke detectors, and fire protection equipment, though these were all abated by December 2003. Regular safety inspections have been conducted approximately every 5 years since then, with the most recent inspection in 2017 showing no active violations. The building has had several maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including the recent removal of five fire escape pull stations in 2023, kitchen and bathroom renovations in Unit 11 in 2019, and various stucco repairs in 2013 and 2016.

Fire-related incidents have been minimal, primarily consisting of false alarms and system malfunctions, with no reported civilian injuries. While there have been some recent 311 calls regarding garbage and debris in 2024, these are external issues not directly related to building management. The property has demonstrated ongoing attention to safety and maintenance requirements, with most building permits showing completed work and no outstanding violations. Recent fire complaints regarding blocked exits in October 2023 and alarm systems in 2021 were both resolved promptly, indicating responsive management to safety concerns.