527 6th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 527 6th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by Edward Dubrovsky Trust, was constructed in 1963 and stands three stories tall. The most recent significant improvement to the building's safety systems occurred in February 2023, when a comprehensive fire alarm upgrade was completed at a cost of $35,213, including the installation of multiple detectors, sounders, and communication equipment to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements.

The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with violations recorded in 2002 and 2009, including issues with garbage receptacle placement, fire proofing materials, and exit door safety features, though these violations were subsequently abated. A fire incident involving a malfunctioning carbon monoxide detector was recorded, though no civilian injuries were reported. The property has undergone routine housing inspections in 2002, 2009, and 2015, with the 2009 inspection noting multiple fire safety and egress concerns, particularly regarding garage exit doors and emergency access.

More recent inspections in 2023-2024 have primarily focused on parking-related issues, with numerous citations issued for sidewalk parking violations involving a blue Nissan Z350, though these do not directly impact building safety or resident experience. An inspection in March 2022 noted a collapsed sidewalk condition, which was marked but determined not to be egregious. The most recent building improvement, the 2023 fire alarm upgrade, represents a positive step towards enhancing the building's safety systems, particularly given that the building is not equipped with a sprinkler system.