550 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 550 5th Ave in the Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by the Lee Chuey Revocable Trust, has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements since its construction in 1964. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $55,000, bringing it into compliance with seismic safety requirements. The building has had multiple maintenance projects over the years, including stucco repairs in 2006 and 1996, and interior renovations such as kitchen remodeling in 1990.

The property has experienced several safety-related incidents and compliance issues that warrant attention. In early 2022, serious fire safety concerns were documented, including blocked exits and combustible materials in the garage, which were eventually corrected by March 2022. The building had notable violations in 2004 regarding fire safety, including issues with emergency exits, smoke detectors, gas shutoff tools, fire extinguisher maintenance, and combustible materials storage, though these were all abated by May 2004.

A historical complaint from 1994 noted pest infestation and appliance issues that were resolved in about six weeks. The building's maintenance history shows regular inspections and prompt addressing of identified issues, with most recent violations being corrected in a timely manner. There have also been multiple reports of parking violations related to the property between 2020 and 2023, primarily involving vehicles blocking the driveway, though these are external enforcement matters rather than building-specific issues.