130 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 130 Cole Street in Park North, constructed in 1910, has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple challenges over the past few years. Most recently, in 2023, the building received a new roof (completed October 2023) and underwent a fire alarm system upgrade (completed June 2023). The property has completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit requirements (Tier 3) as of October 2023, following previous compliance issues noted in 2020.

However, several building maintenance and safety concerns have been documented, including recent complaints about exterior weatherproofing issues and paint conditions affecting resident safety (April 2023), and electrical problems with flickering lights and alarm systems (June 2023). The building's history reveals recurring fire safety concerns, with multiple fire code violations issued between 2018 and 2024, though many have been resolved or abated. Notable past violations included blocked exits, emergency lighting issues, and problems with fire alarm systems.

The property has seen various building improvements over the years, including a soft-story retrofit in 2015, window replacements in 1997, and roof repairs in 1990. Previous tenant complaints have included issues with inadequate heating (2005), peeling paint raising potential lead hazard concerns (2010), and concerns about gas utility shutoff equipment (2002). The building's current maintenance record shows a mix of completed improvements and ongoing maintenance needs, particularly regarding building exterior conditions and fire safety systems.