573 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 573 Scott Street, owned by Andre & Joanna Gros-balthaz, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone various significant renovations and faced multiple tenant concerns over recent years. Most notably in 2023, the building underwent substantial maintenance work including a $28,466 reroofing project and removal of vinyl siding on the south facade to replace it with stucco.

In 2022, substantial interior improvements were made to units G and I, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, followed by similar renovation work that reportedly extended beyond permitted scope to units B, C, and J, generating multiple tenant complaints regarding unpermitted work and concerns about asbestos during popcorn ceiling removal. The building has experienced recurring security and maintenance issues, particularly in late 2023 through early 2024, with complaints about malfunctioning gates affecting package delivery and building access, which resulted in a repair order for a door lock in November 2023.

Earlier concerns included serious safety issues in 2022 regarding a dangerous fire-rated stairwell, rodent problems, and improper debris handling. The property has maintained a regular schedule of exterior maintenance, including a main sewer line replacement in 2015 and various facade improvements, though numerous graffiti incidents have been recorded in recent months (2024-2025). Fire safety inspections have revealed both recurring violations and prompt corrective actions, particularly regarding exit accessibility, alarm systems, and extinguishers, with the most recent fire complaint in October 2023 being determined to have "No Merit."