505-513 14th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 505-513 14th Ave in the Central Richmond neighborhood, currently owned by Zutraun Lore A Trust The, was constructed in 1924 and has undergone several significant improvements over the years. Most notably, the building completed mandatory soft-story retrofit work in 2017 (Tier 3) at a cost of $70,000, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Recent fire safety improvements include the installation of low frequency sounders in sleeping areas and a new fire alarm control panel in 2021-2022, which involved multiple permits and inspections to ensure compliance with San Francisco Fire Code requirements.

The building has experienced some maintenance challenges, with multiple fire alarm system-related complaints and violations between 2017 and 2023, though all these issues were ultimately resolved. The property's maintenance history shows attention to structural and safety requirements, with major works including roof replacements in 1992 and 2004, and bathroom and storage room renovations in 2009. There have been several historical violations and complaints, particularly in the early 2000s, relating to fire safety, electrical systems, and unauthorized renovation work, though these have long since been resolved.

Recent maintenance issues have primarily revolved around waste management problems outside the building, with multiple reports of overflowing garbage cans between 2024-2025, and a sewer discharge incident in October 2024. The building's most recent fire safety inspections have indicated "Condition Corrected" status for all noted fire safety issues. The property has maintained active compliance with safety regulations, as evidenced by its completion of the soft-story retrofit program and ongoing fire alarm system upgrades, though the frequency of fire alarm-related issues suggests there have been some challenges with the building's alarm system over the years.