500 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 500 9th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by the Suh Family Trust, has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple tenant concerns since its construction in 1922. Most recently, in 2023, the building completed a substantial fire alarm system upgrade costing $36,484 to comply with current safety standards, and interior improvements including a kitchen remodel in Unit 1 were completed in late 2023. The building successfully completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2018, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance and habitability issues over the years. Notable tenant complaints from 2021 revealed concerns about unauthorized unit conversions and kitchen relocation in Unit 1, resulting in ventilation and odor problems affecting neighboring apartments. A 2019 complaint highlighted inadequate lighting in common areas, raising safety concerns for vulnerable residents.

Historical issues from the mid-2000s included problems with windows, heating, and building maintenance, while earlier records show termite and dry rot repairs in 1985 and reroofing work in 1996. The building has had multiple plumbing and electrical upgrades, including a recent kitchen hood installation in 2023. While there have been several fire alarm activations recorded, none resulted in civilian injuries, and a 2016 fire complaint was found to have no merit. The building's most recent tenant buyout occurred in May 2019, involving two tenants and totaling $5,000.