849 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 849 Noe Street, constructed in 1960 and classified as Multi-Family Residential, has undergone significant recent maintenance and improvements, with particular attention to unit upgrades and safety compliance. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (as a Tier 3 property) and has addressed various units' needs through comprehensive renovations between 2021-2024, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical system upgrades, and the installation of electric vehicle chargers in Units 2 and 5 (April 2024). In late 2023, serious structural issues were identified with the roof deck, including dry rot, drainage problems, and fire safety concerns, leading to immediate repairs costing $30,000 and additional work to improve safety features.

The building has a history of compliance with safety requirements, including a complete fire alarm system upgrade in 2022 to meet current codes. The property has faced several maintenance challenges over the years, including a 2019 violation regarding soft-story compliance (later resolved), and past issues with fire escape maintenance and smoke alarm systems in 2006, which were all abated. Recent inspections in 2024 highlighted concerns about unsecured furniture on the roof, though this complaint was marked as not active.

While the building has experienced some fire alarm activations and a carbon monoxide incident, none resulted in civilian injuries or significant damage. The property management has been proactive in addressing building code requirements and improving unit quality, with recent works focusing on modernizing systems and ensuring safety compliance. Recent 311 calls (from 2024-2025) primarily relate to exterior maintenance issues including sidewalk defects, garbage concerns, and tree management, which are being addressed through appropriate channels.