5547-5549 California St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The two-unit residential building at 5547-5549 California Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1919, currently owned by Horace and Valerie Soo Hoo. The building has undergone several notable improvements over the years, including a complete reroofing in 1992 and a significant electrical upgrade in 2008 that involved installing a 200-amp service and various equipment in the basement.

A street space permit was issued in 2017, though the minimal cost of $1.00 suggests this may have been a administrative or nominal fee rather than a significant project. The property has experienced recurring issues with street and sidewalk cleanliness in the surrounding area, particularly between 2019 and 2024, with multiple Recology calls regarding garbage and debris. Most recently, in November 2024, there was a report of bagged and boxed garbage near the property, which was resolved.

Other notable external maintenance issues include a bent and leaning sign reported in February 2023, though this was promptly addressed. While these external sanitation and maintenance issues have been generally resolved through proper channels, they indicate ongoing challenges with the immediate vicinity of the building regarding waste management and street maintenance. The building's core systems - both roofing and electrical - have received appropriate attention through documented permits, suggesting proper maintenance of essential infrastructure.