238 12th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The two-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 238 12th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by Jyw 199 Llc, has undergone several significant safety and infrastructure improvements since its construction in 1963. Most notably, the building recently completed a $18,000 fire alarm system installation throughout the entire structure in April 2024, following a series of fire safety violations and inspections dating back to 2000 and 2017.

The building completed mandatory soft-story retrofit work in 2016, which involved concrete modifications and installation of moment support frames, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Other major improvements include reroofing work in 2012 and the resolution of multiple building code violations related to fire safety, carbon monoxide detection, and smoke alarm systems. The building has experienced recurring safety inspection requirements, with documented violations in 2000 (addressing various fire safety and sanitation issues) and 2017 (regarding carbon monoxide alarms and general safety compliance).

There were also two fire incidents recorded: a smoke detector activation (no fire) and a contained cooking fire, neither resulting in civilian injuries. The property has been responsive to maintenance needs, as evidenced by the completion of various building permits, including street space modifications and significant safety system upgrades. Recent 311 calls from 2020-2023 primarily relate to street maintenance issues outside the building, such as abandoned items and hazardous materials, rather than building-specific concerns.