438 15th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 24-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 438 15th Ave, owned by Chin Radbert & Diana Y, was constructed in 1965 and has undergone several significant safety improvements over the years. Most recently, in 2023, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade ($55,400) to meet current fire code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and an upgraded fire panel. The building has completed mandatory seismic improvements, including a soft-story retrofit in 2016 ($65,000) and seismic bracing upgrades in 1988, demonstrating compliance with San Francisco's safety regulations.

The property has had several safety-related incidents and violations that have been addressed over time. In 2022, the building experienced multiple fire safety violations including missing smoke detectors, egress obstructions, and fire extinguisher issues, all of which were abated by September 2022. There was also a recent complaint in October 2023 regarding lead paint containment during maintenance work, which was resolved by December 2023.

The building has a history of false fire alarms and system malfunctions, though the most recent fire alarm-related complaints in 2023 and 2024 were either found to have no merit or were corrected. Regular maintenance and safety checks have been performed as evidenced by multiple building permits and completed violation rectifications, including a reroofing project from 1996. The property has undergone routine inspections over the years, with the most recent fire safety improvements indicating active management of building safety compliance.