587-593 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The property at 587-593 Ofarrell Street is a two-story multi-family residential building with ground-floor retail space, constructed in 1914 and currently owned by the Tsivikas Eula 1994 Trust Th. The building has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, with the most recent being a fire alarm system upgrade completed in March 2024 at a cost of $23,366, which included the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current code requirements. Other recent improvements include plumbing repairs completed in June 2024 addressing various issues such as water heater strapping and pipe ventilation, and the resolution of a basement sewer leak reported in May 2024.

The building has a history of maintenance and safety upgrades, including a seismic upgrade completed in 2001 and re-roofing work performed in 2016. The building has experienced recurring issues with heating systems, with complaints about inadequate heat in multiple years (most recently in 2021), and several past violations related to fire safety equipment such as extinguishers and alarm systems. A significant complaint in 2015 reported multiple problems including pests, plumbing issues, roof leaks, and safety concerns, though these were marked as "Not Active" following investigation.

Historical violations from 2003-2008 indicated various maintenance issues including insufficient heat, expired fire extinguishers, and hazards in common areas, all of which were subsequently abated. The property has maintained its commercial use as a grocery store with valid ABC licenses for off-sale liquor, and has undergone regular fire safety inspections, with most violations being promptly corrected. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 to early 2025 primarily relate to street cleaning issues in the vicinity of the property.