159 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 12-unit, three-story apartment building at 159 19th Ave, built in 1931, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety upgrades in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received an important fire alarm system upgrade to comply with AB-3.08, including the addition of power supply and low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas, demonstrating commitment to resident safety. Previous improvements include substantial renovation work in 2020 to Unit #6 ($18,000) involving kitchen and bathroom upgrades, and a major electrical system upgrade in 2003 that included a new 400-amp service and circuit breaker panel replacement.

The building has a documented history of addressing fire safety concerns, with violations and complaints from 2000 and 2008 related to fire proofing, combustible storage, and other safety requirements, all of which were abated. A fire exit maintenance issue was reported and corrected in 2019. The property has maintained compliance with regular inspections, though there was one incident in 2010 regarding an expired boiler permit that was promptly addressed within two months.

Recent 311 calls related to the property have primarily concerned external issues such as street cleaning and abandoned vehicle reports, rather than building-specific problems. The most recent building permits and improvements suggest ongoing maintenance and upgrading of systems to meet current codes and standards, with fire safety being a particular focus in recent years. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance and unit improvements over the years, with particular attention paid to both fire safety systems and individual unit upgrades as evidenced by the various permits and completed work.