1265 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1265 Grove Street, constructed in 1928 in Alamo Square, has undergone several significant improvements to maintain safety and compliance with current codes. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (designated as Tier 3) at a cost of $85,000, which included the installation of a new grounding system and seismic safety improvements.

The property has experienced recurring fire alarm system issues, with problems noted in 2023, 2010, and 2005, though these were all marked as "Condition Corrected." A concerning series of violations occurred in late 2000, including inadequate ventilation, poor lighting in public areas, and hazardous conditions with slippery steps, though all were abated by December 2000. The building has undergone various maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including reroofing in 2010 ($8,000), repairs to exterior stairs and siding in 2010, and the conversion of an abandoned boiler room into laundry facilities in 2002.

Recent activity at the property has primarily involved routine maintenance and responses to minor issues, including multiple reports of driveway blocking and graffiti, which have been addressed by city services. The building's most recent inspection history indicates regular safety inspections in 2009 and 2019, with no significant violations recorded in recent years.