345 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 29-unit, 4-story apartment building at 345 Fulton Street in Hayes Valley, constructed in 1926 and currently owned by 345 Fulton I3 LP, has undergone significant recent improvements and faced several historical challenges. Most notably, in 2022, there was a major permitted project to add three accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at the ground floor, bringing the total unit count to 31, along with upgrades to the fire sprinkler system and a comprehensive modernization of the ground floor assembly ($589,020). Between 2018 and 2022, multiple units (20, 26, 30, 33, 40, 42, 44, 45, and 53) received extensive renovations including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, with many units gaining in-unit laundry facilities.

A significant cluster of permits in 2021-2022 focused on modernizing individual units, including units 43, 45, and 53, which underwent kitchen and bathroom rehabilitations and washer/dryer installations. The building has experienced some maintenance and safety issues over the years. A notable rodent infestation occurred in September 2021, affecting multiple units (24, 25, 26), though it appears to have been addressed through pest control measures.

Historical complaints from 2003-2011 indicate various maintenance challenges, including heating system issues, plumbing problems, and general maintenance concerns in kitchens and bathrooms, most of which were subsequently resolved. The building underwent significant fire safety improvements, with violations related to fire systems, smoke detectors, and emergency exits being corrected between 2006 and 2010. Recent 311 calls (2024) have mostly concerned external matters like tree maintenance and sidewalk conditions, with no recent internal complaints on record. The property has maintained active compliance with modernization requirements, as evidenced by the recent ADU addition and various infrastructure improvements, including plumbing and electrical upgrades throughout the building.