4950 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 15-unit multi-family residential building at 4950 Fulton Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Kwan Residuary Trust, has undergone several significant safety system upgrades and maintenance work since 2020. Most recently, in October 2024, the building completed a substantial fire alarm system upgrade ($46,151) to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, following previous fire safety-related issues. In early 2023, the building addressed fire escape concerns by repairing a ladder ($500) in response to a violation, though there had been multiple historical fire escape-related inspections and complaints dating back to 2018.

The building's mechanical systems have also received attention, with the replacement of both the steam boiler (2022) and domestic hot water boiler with storage tank (2020), along with water service upgrades (2016) and kitchen plumbing improvements (2008). The property has experienced recurring fire safety compliance requirements over the years, with fire extinguisher, alarm system, and fire escape issues being documented through complaints and violations. A recent complaint from September 2024 regarding fire extinguishers was resolved by December 2024.

The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to safety systems, though there have been occasional lapses requiring corrective actions and permits, such as a 2023 complaint about an unpermitted boiler that was quickly resolved by May 2023. Historical data reveals various routine inspections and some notable instances of safety system deficiencies, including a 2011 violation regarding a self-closing penthouse door and fire escape storage issues, both of which were ultimately resolved. The building has undergone several major infrastructure improvements over the years, including a reroofing project (1998) and multiple fire safety system upgrades, indicating ongoing maintenance and modernization efforts by the current ownership.