574-578 Hickory St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 574-578 Hickory Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Sara E Maita, has undergone several significant renovations since its construction in 1911. Most notably, the building completed a Tier 3 soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $60,000, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. A major milestone occurred in 2005 when the building suffered a fire that resulted in substantial renovations, including the gutting of three units, installation of new kitchens and bathrooms in all units (costing $200,000), and comprehensive electrical upgrades which included 80 lights, 180 receptacles, and a new 200-amp main service.

The building has also seen various interior improvements, including kitchen cabinet replacements in multiple units and bathroom renovations, with the most recent work completed in 2005. The property has faced several regulatory challenges over the years, particularly regarding fire safety and security. Multiple building violations were recorded in 2003-2004, including issues with combustible storage, fire sprinklers, exterior door locks, and smoke detectors, all of which were subsequently abated.

A routine safety inspection in 2018 indicated compliance with current standards. Recent maintenance and safety issues have primarily related to exterior matters, with multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 concerning sidewalk cleaning and parking violations. The building's location and condition have been generally stable in recent years, with no active violations or major safety concerns on record since 2018.