4845 California St, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 3-story, 5-unit multi-family residential building at 4845 California Street in San Francisco's Inner Richmond district, owned by the Klestoff Trust, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety improvements since its construction in 1914. Most recently, in January 2024, the building completed a major fire alarm system upgrade costing $39,200 to comply with fire safety code requirements, which included installing low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and upgrading all existing devices for compatibility.

The building's seismic safety was addressed in 2014-2015 through a $55,000 soft-story retrofit project, achieving compliance with San Francisco's seismic safety requirements. The property has a documented history of moisture-related issues, particularly in 2021 when multiple complaints were filed regarding mold growth beneath kitchen sinks in Unit 1 due to leaky fixtures, though these complaints are now inactive. Historical maintenance records show attention to structural issues, including dry rot repairs and siding upgrades in 2022 ($18,000), as well as multiple fire safety improvements, including previous fire alarm panel replacements and system modifications in 2003 and 2023.

The building's violation history indicates several fire safety and maintenance issues in 2001, including problems with the fire escape drop ladder, fire extinguisher maintenance, and central alarm system, though all these violations were abated by May 2001. The property has maintained active compliance with both fire safety and earthquake safety requirements, as evidenced by recent improvements and the completion of its soft-story retrofit program. Recent maintenance issues primarily involve exterior cleaning and debris management, as indicated by multiple 311 calls throughout 2024, though these do not directly impact resident safety or building integrity.