720 41st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 16-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 720 41st Avenue in the Outer Richmond, owned by the Fong Family Trust, has undergone significant safety and structural improvements since its 1960 construction. Most notably, the building completed mandatory seismic retrofitting as a Tier 2 soft-story building in 2016, followed by extensive fire safety upgrades, including the installation of an overhead sprinkler system in 2020 ($27,000), new fire alarm system in 2021 ($35,000), and dedicated underground fire service in 2021 ($7,596).

The property added two new dwelling units in 2019 ($50,000) and has maintained regular upkeep through various improvements such as reroofing in 2016 ($8,000), concrete work in 2018, and remediation of multiple structural issues identified in historical permits. Recent records indicate several recurring issues related to fire safety systems, with multiple fire complaints in 2022-2023 regarding blocked exits, alarm systems, and sprinkler systems, though these were generally corrected promptly.

The building has experienced health and maintenance challenges, including a notable ceiling leak with potential mold issues in Unit 4 in late 2019, periodic complaints about blocked egress paths, and historical concerns about building exterior maintenance. More recently, the property has generated multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding sidewalk defects (tree root damage), public health concerns, and parking violations, indicating ongoing maintenance and accessibility challenges. It's worth noting that while the building has a history of various complaints and violations, records show prompt attention to most issues once reported, with complete resolution of major systems upgrades and compliance with safety regulations as evidenced by recent building permit completion confirmations.