518-524 6th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 518-524 6th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by the Vickie Y Ho Revocable Trust, is a 3-story structure built in 1907. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, most notably completing a mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2017 (cost: $80,000) to comply with San Francisco building codes. Between 2019 and 2021, substantial work was performed on units 518A and 522A, including electrical upgrades (meter upgrades to 100 amps, new lighting), HVAC improvements (furnace replacements), bathroom remodels, and associated plumbing work, with some permits initially expiring and requiring renewal.

A notable building complaint regarding failure to complete soft-story retrofit inspections was filed in March 2021 but was resolved by May 2021. The building's maintenance history shows attention to safety and structural integrity, though there were several violations noted in past years, primarily concerning stairs and security features, all of which were abated by February 2007. These included issues with back stairs egress, handrails, and wooden stairs along the south side.

The property has experienced recurring parking enforcement issues on adjacent sidewalks, with multiple citations issued between 2018 and 2022, though these are not directly related to building conditions. More recently, in March 2022, there was a report regarding a missing side sewer vent cover, which remains open as of the latest data. The building has undergone routine safety inspections over the years (1999-2016), all of which were resolved, and has completed all major required safety improvements, including the seismic retrofit program. The most recent significant work has focused on modernizing individual units' utilities and infrastructure, suggesting ongoing investment in the property's maintenance and improvement.