500 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 6-story, 39-unit apartment building at 305 Hyde Street, owned by Fo 305 Hyde Street Property, has been undergoing significant recent challenges, particularly following a major fire incident in September 2024 that affected multiple units including #505, resulting in substantial water damage and creating hazardous conditions with mushroom growth reported on walls. The building, constructed in 1925, has a documented history of renovation activity, with several units (202, 302, 303, 403, 503) having undergone kitchen and bathroom remodeling between 2018 and 2020, though most permits have either expired or been marked as complete.

Recent building violations filed in October 2024 are particularly concerning, with multiple active citations for interior maintenance issues including problems with floors, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and general dilapidation. There is also an ongoing issue with fire safety compliance, as indicated by recent violations regarding fire extinguishers and sprinkler/standpipe systems, with the most recent violation filed in October 2024.

The building's elevator system has been a persistent concern, with multiple documented outages and complaints in 2024, including a complaint filed in March 2024 about non-functionality, suggesting potential reliability issues with this critical building service. The property has also faced regulatory scrutiny regarding its commercial spaces, particularly related to a grocery store/liquor store operation showing compliance issues with storefront transparency and signage, though recent permits indicate some efforts to address these concerns. Of particular note is the recent pattern of complaints and violations related to basic maintenance and safety systems, including multiple fire safety violations throughout 2023-2024, suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance.