622 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 2-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building at 622 5th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by Lauren K. Fong, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1964. Most notably, the building completed a major fire alarm system upgrade in August 2023, valued at over $25,000, which included the installation of new smoke detectors, manual pull stations, and 520hz low-frequency audibles in compliance with current safety codes.

The building has demonstrated a commitment to safety improvements, having completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 (costing $65,000) to meet seismic safety requirements, followed by associated dry rot repairs in 2016. Other maintenance work has included reroofing projects in 1998 and 2019, window replacements to address weatherization issues in 2013, and updates to comply with modern energy efficiency standards. The property has had relatively few major violations or complaints over its history, with the most significant being a window-related violation in 2013 that was promptly addressed within months.

A tenant buyout was recorded in April 2022 involving two tenants for $20,000. Recent municipal service calls have primarily concerned parking enforcement issues and street cleaning matters, with the most recent being in July 2024 regarding debris. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and upgrading of systems to maintain compliance with current laws and standards, particularly regarding fire safety and seismic stability, suggesting active property management and attention to resident safety concerns.