16 Crestline Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131

The 12-unit, 2-story apartment building at 16 Crestline Drive, owned by Cheung Chung Kiu & Wai Chu, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety-related improvements since its construction in 1963. Most recently, in May 2024, the building began a substantial fire alarm system upgrade costing over $51,000 to meet current fire code requirements, including the installation of new smoke detectors, manual pulls, and sound systems in all units. This follows a series of fire safety-related actions in 2023, including a sound level test and previous violations regarding fire extinguisher maintenance and central alarm system certification that were filed but are now marked as active.

The building has also seen important structural maintenance, including the replacement of damaged siding boards in March 2023 ($22,000) and repairs to all eight balconies in February 2023 ($16,000). The property has a history of moisture-related issues, with past complaints about mold and mildew in 2010 and 2013, suggesting potential ongoing maintenance challenges. In 2023, there was a complaint regarding improper siding removal that raised concerns about lead dust and asbestos, though this complaint is now listed as not active. The building's violation history shows multiple fire safety-related issues in 2003 and most recently in 2023, including requirements for fire extinguisher maintenance and alarm system certification.

While many past violations have been resolved, several active violations from 2023 remain, including issues related to carbon monoxide and smoke alarm certification, lead hazard warnings, and various building maintenance concerns such as deck repairs and exterior painting. The building's maintenance record includes documented roof replacements from 1990 and 1998, and various 311 calls in recent years mainly related to routine issues such as illegal parking and street maintenance. Historical records show multiple fire safety inspections and corrections between 2006 and 2019, with documented problems including combustible storage and issues with safegards/devices, all of which were subsequently corrected. While the building has had periodic maintenance and improvements, the presence of several active violations from 2023, particularly related to fire safety systems and building maintenance, suggests ongoing compliance requirements that need to be addressed.