854-856 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 854-856 14th Street in Duboce Triangle, owned by Steven W Chang & Helen Lee, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety improvements since its construction in 1909. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (at a cost of $60,000), which is critical for seismic safety. Recent improvements include the replacement of multiple wall heaters in 2018, installation of guardrails and handrails on back steps in 2017, and a comprehensive electrical survey in 2019.

The building has faced several maintenance challenges over the years, with multiple tenant complaints in 2022 regarding common areas, carpet conditions, and broken kitchen floor tiles. Historical violations from 2001 indicated various issues such as heating problems, maintenance deficiencies, and mold concerns, though these were all abated by August 2001. Recent infrastructure maintenance includes re-roofing work completed in 2014 and several street space permits issued between 2018-2019.

The property's historical record shows attention to safety features, as evidenced by the installation of fire-related improvements and compliance with building codes. While the building has experienced periodic issues requiring attention, particularly in 2001 and more recently in 2022, many of these have been addressed through proper permits and inspections. The most recent concerns have primarily involved common area maintenance and carpet conditions. The property is currently listed as having completed all required safety work, including obtaining a Certificate of Final Completion for the soft-story retrofit program.