1131 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 1131 Folsom Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood, owned by Donald E. and Cathy A. Dial, has a complex history since its construction in 1914. The property appears to have undergone substantial modifications in 2003-2006, particularly concerning an unauthorized restaurant space that prompted multiple violations and subsequent legalization efforts costing over $189,000.

Significant safety concerns emerged in 2003-2004 regarding emergency egress, with multiple complaints about removed back stairs and blocked doors, leading to building violations that were eventually resolved by December 2003. The building has maintained an active restaurant component, with numerous permits issued in 2009 for kitchen modifications, fire suppression systems, and electrical upgrades. Recent concerns have focused on fire safety systems, with multiple violations recorded in 2021-2024, including issues with alarm systems, extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and sleeping area requirements. The most recent violation from December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements remains open as of October 2023.

There have also been regular fire alarm activations, though these appear to be mostly related to system malfunctions rather than actual fire incidents, with the most recent involving an alarm system malfunction in 2024. The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to various systems, with some issues being promptly corrected. Recent 311 calls (2024) have primarily concerned street cleaning and parking violations near the property, rather than building-specific issues. The building's current use as a combination residential and restaurant space appears to be operating under the Legacy Business Registry as "Rocco's Cafe," with Type 41 ABC approval for restaurant use on the first story.