2150 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 15-unit multi-family residential building at 2150 Balboa Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, managed by Gursky Fmly Tr 2002, has undergone several significant safety and infrastructure upgrades since its construction in 1928. Most recently, in 2023, the building received a major fire alarm system upgrade to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet modern safety standards. The building completed a soft-story retrofit in 2015, securing the garage level in compliance with seismic safety requirements, and earlier structural improvements included foundation bolting work completed in 1990.

The building's safety record shows regular attention to maintenance and compliance, with past violations primarily related to fire safety concerns in 2004 and 2015, including issues with fire escape ladders and gas shutoff tools, all of which were resolved within reasonable timeframes. Fire alarm system issues have resulted in a few false alarms or malfunctions, as documented in fire incident records, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent complaints filed through the 311 system from 2024 have mostly concerned external issues such as graffiti, pavement defects, and illegal postings, rather than building safety concerns.

The property's history shows systematic addressing of both routine inspections and specific violations, with most issues being promptly corrected and closed. The building has maintained compliance with major safety requirements, as evidenced by its Tier 2 soft-story retrofit completion and various system upgrades. The most recent fire safety inspection in October 2023 resulted in identified conditions being corrected, demonstrating ongoing commitment to maintaining safety standards. The building's age and history of repairs suggest regular maintenance and upgrading of systems to meet modern safety requirements, though prospective tenants should be aware that some older building systems may still require ongoing attention.