517 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118

The six-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 517 Arguello Blvd, constructed in 1971 and currently owned by Mslv Wong Llc, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various maintenance challenges over its history. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (for Tier 3 buildings) at a cost of $45,000, which included work on the ground level for wood frame structures. The building has maintained reasonable structural integrity with major works including reroofing in 2004 and the installation of a Ufer ground system in 2016.

The property has experienced recurring fire safety issues, with multiple fire complaints and violations documented between 2009 and 2023 regarding extinguishers, alarm systems, and sprinkler/standpipe systems. While some of these issues were marked as "Condition Corrected" or "No Merit," there was a significant cluster of violations in 2018 that required attention. Tenants have reported various maintenance issues over the years, including window leaks (2008 and 2009), heating problems (2005), and an intercom issue (2008), though all these complaints were eventually resolved.

An extensive routine safety inspection took place in 2016, and while the building has been generally well-maintained, there have been occasional issues with emergency systems (fire extinguishers, smoke detectors) and habitability concerns that required attention. The most recent building-related activities include several street cleaning matters in January 2025, primarily involving garbage and debris issues outside the property. The building's systems appear to be regularly monitored, with the most recent fire extinguisher complaint in 2023 being corrected promptly. While the building has faced various challenges over the years, it has generally complied with safety requirements and completed necessary structural improvements, including the important soft-story retrofit, which significantly enhances the building's seismic safety.