269-273 San Jose Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 269-273 San Jose Ave in the Inner Mission, owned by the William H Wellman 2004 Trust, dates back to 1900 and has undergone several significant improvements in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, the building is receiving substantial fire safety upgrades, including a new addressable fire alarm system with multiple detectors, pull stations, and horn strobes, at a cost of $25,531 to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. Ground floor Unit #1 is currently undergoing a major renovation that includes window replacements, seismic improvements, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and the installation of new electrical systems and a gas furnace, with work initiated under multiple permits totaling approximately $65,000.

The building has a history of fire safety concerns, most recently in 2015 when issues with alarm systems, extinguishers, and combustible materials were identified, though records show these were corrected. Earlier violations from 2010 include problems with stairs, central alarm systems, fire escape maintenance, and weather proofing, all of which were abated by January 2011. Recent building complaints include a transient issue with wood debris in May 2024, which was promptly resolved.

The fire incident history shows four responses between 2015-2023, with no reported civilian injuries, primarily related to false alarms and system malfunctions. Recent 311 calls around the property have primarily concerned street cleaning and maintenance issues, including graffiti (2022), waste removal (2021), and sidewalk parking (2020). While these calls are not directly related to building conditions, they provide context about the property's immediate surroundings. The building's maintenance record suggests active management, particularly regarding fire safety systems, with the most recent permits indicating significant investment in both safety infrastructure and living conditions for tenants.