1012-1016 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1012-1016 Cole Street in the Parnassus/Ashbury Heights neighborhood, owned by Paul H. Kong and Linda, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1907. Most recently, in June 2024, all 54 street-facing windows (9 per apartment) were replaced with wood windows as part of a lead paint abatement project.

In July 2023, the building completed an important fire safety upgrade, which included replacing the fire alarm control unit, updating smoke detectors and pull stations, and adding radio monitoring with low-frequency sounders in sleeping rooms. The building has also successfully completed mandatory seismic retrofitting as a Tier 3 soft-story structure, receiving its Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) in 2014, and underwent various maintenance works including reroofing in 2011 and rear stairs repairs in 2007. The property has faced several regulatory challenges, particularly related to safety and maintenance issues. In 2011, there were multiple violations involving fire safety (including issues with handrails and fire extinguishers) and lead paint concerns, though these were all subsequently abated.

A 2021 complaint regarding unsafe exterior work practices and a 2011 report of ceiling leaks were also resolved. Historical records indicate recurring issues with building systems and safety features, including a 2007 complaint about heating problems and various violations related to security requirements and interior surfaces. The building's fire alarm system experienced two related incidents in 2008, but these were promptly addressed. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 have primarily concerned parking issues in the vicinity of the building, including reports of vehicles blocking driveways and parking on sidewalks, though these are exterior infractions unrelated to building conditions.