4334 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The 5-unit, 2-story apartment building at 4334 Fulton Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by the Velma D Mar Living Trust, has undergone several major safety and modernization upgrades in recent years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (as a Tier 3 property), demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

Between 2018-2019, significant fire safety improvements were implemented, including the installation of a new fire sprinkler system at the ground floor (legalizing an additional unit), a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade with low-frequency horns in existing units and ADUs, and proper fire safety equipment installations. In 2023, the building underwent electrical system improvements with the relocation of sub panels from unit closets to outside walls in Units 3, 4, and 5, enhancing safety and access. The property's history shows consistent maintenance and compliance efforts, including window replacements (2007-2010), roofing work (2008, 1995), and the installation of vinyl siding (2007).

Of particular interest is the legalization process for the ground floor unit, which was completed in 2016-2019, including the necessary plumbing and electrical upgrades to meet current codes. Historical records indicate completion of routine housing inspections in 2002, 2003, and 2016, with no active violations on record. The building's surrounding area has experienced typical urban maintenance issues as evidenced by recent 311 calls (2023-2024), primarily related to street and park maintenance matters, though these external issues do not directly impact the building's operations or safety systems.