257-261 Carl St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 257-261 Carl Street, owned by 257 Carl Street LLC, has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements since its construction in 1904. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $45,000, achieving compliance with San Francisco's seismic safety requirements. The property has a history of addressing safety concerns, with past violations including smoke detector installation and handrail repairs, though all have been officially abated.

Recent maintenance includes a plumbing repair for damaged pipes completed in 2019. The building has experienced some infrastructure issues over the years, including dry rot repairs in 1996 and footing replacement work in 1993, both of which were properly completed. Recent activity at the property has primarily involved external maintenance and urban environmental issues typical of the neighborhood.

Between 2022 and 2024, several 311 calls have been logged regarding street cleaning, graffiti removal, and parking enforcement, though these are not directly related to the building's condition. The most recent fire safety incident recorded was a smoke scare with no civilian injuries. The building's management appears to have maintained compliance with housing codes, as evidenced by the resolution of all violations and the completion of required safety upgrades, including the installation of fire-rated windows in the stairwell in 2001. While the property has experienced various maintenance issues over its history, the record shows consistent attention to addressing safety and structural concerns as they arise.