144-150 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 144-150 Kirkham Street, owned by John Clothier and constructed in 1948, has undergone several significant improvements and faced a number of compliance issues over the years. Most recently, in 2020-2021, there was a window replacement project initiated without proper permits, resulting in a $14,000 correction process that was finally completed in 2021.

The building has a history of addressing major safety concerns, including a cluster of fire safety violations in 2003 that required the installation of fire sprinklers in the garbage chute, removal of combustible storage, and various other safety improvements, all of which were abated by October 2003. The property's mechanical systems have seen upgrades, including the replacement of two gas forced air furnaces in 2008, while earlier improvements included a garage door operator installation in 2005.

Recent maintenance and safety compliance issues have primarily revolved around the building's exterior components, with multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding sidewalk defects, parking violations, and general street cleaning matters. The most pressing safety matter in recent history was the 2020 window replacement violation, which was addressed through proper permitting and inspections, while historical compliance issues from 2003 demonstrate the building's previous challenges with maintaining safety standards. The property's documented improvements and repairs suggest an ongoing effort to maintain and upgrade the building, though there have been periodic lapses in compliance with permitting requirements.