2144 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit, 2-story apartment building at 2144 Grove St in the Park North neighborhood has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1959, with the most recent being the completion of the electrical system upgrade in August 2024, which included replacing Federal Pacific breakers and disconnects. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017-2018 at a cost of $80,000, addressing critical seismic safety requirements. The property has seen substantial unit improvements over the years, including the conversion of Unit #6 from one bedroom to two bedrooms in 2009, a renovation of Unit #2's kitchen and bedroom layout in 2009, and various upgrades to Unit #1's kitchen and bathroom in 2008.

The building has experienced several maintenance challenges and resident concerns, most notably a significant water leak in late 2015 that caused plaster ceiling damage in the garage, and a structural support issue in 2017 involving removed posts from the central support beam. There were multiple fire safety violations noted in 2002 that were subsequently addressed, including fire extinguisher maintenance and fire escape ladder repairs. The property has maintained regulatory compliance with regular safety inspections and required improvements, including a complete reroofing project in 2018 costing $10,000 and the installation of new steel frames to replace wooden posts in 2018.

While there have been several complaints regarding building systems and security over the years, most issues have been addressed through appropriate permits and inspections. Recent activity at the property has primarily involved parking enforcement matters, with multiple citations issued for blocking driveway access between late 2023 and 2024. The building currently has no active violations or complaints on record, and all required safety systems, including fire safety equipment and seismic retrofitting, have been brought into compliance with current regulations. The property management has demonstrated a pattern of addressing maintenance and safety issues through proper permits and inspections, though historical records show periodic challenges with water-related issues and security system functionality.