555-559 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, five-unit apartment building at 555-559 Union Street, owned by Anderson J & Michele C Lee, has a significant history of maintenance and compliance work dating back to its 1908 construction in Telegraph Hill. Most notably, the building completed mandatory seismic improvements as part of San Francisco's Soft Story Retrofit Program, with work performed in 2019-2020 costing approximately $80,000, including foundation replacements and shearwall improvements. The building has undergone several major maintenance projects, including re-roofing in 2016 (cost: $26,500) and scaffold work in 2014.

The property has experienced various maintenance and compliance challenges over the years. In 2023, there was a report of water damage, mold, and vermin issues that were subsequently addressed. A 2016 complaint raised multiple concerns including window issues, CO detector problems, plumbing concerns, and potential mold, though these issues appear to have been resolved. Historical violations from 2004 included problems with the central alarm system, smoke detectors, stairs, handrails, and gas meter instructions, all of which were resolved by 2019.

The building's fire safety features have also been addressed through various improvements over the years. Recent activity at the property includes several 311 calls between 2018-2024, primarily regarding parking issues, graffiti, and sidewalk cleanliness. The most recent routine inspection in February 2023 indicated compliance with housing standards, though it noted some maintenance issues. The building's soft story retrofit status is listed as complete with Certificate of Final Completion issued, marking significant progress in structural safety improvements.