1522 48th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1522 48th Avenue in the Outer Sunset, owned by Hoshiyama Fmly Tr, was constructed in 1965 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, the property completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit (Tier 3) and received a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC).

The building underwent substantial repairs in 2018 to address multiple violations from 2017-2018, including electrical system corrections, plumbing updates, and water heater installations. The property has faced recurring infrastructure challenges, including electrical service deterioration, plumbing issues, and various building envelope problems, with multiple citations related to fire safety, including sprinkler system maintenance requirements. Recent history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, including a cluster of complaints in 2020 regarding construction practices, pest infestations, and electrical issues, as well as safety concerns about building access and fire escape routes.

The building's systems have required ongoing attention, with recent work in 2022 addressing electrical service issues and 2023 involving a plumbing system survey. Earlier historical data shows significant events including fire damage repairs in 1998, garage leak repairs in 2006, and window replacements in 2000. The property has a documented history of responding to various housing code violations and fire safety inspections, with most issues being addressed and abated, though some violation records from 2017-2018 remain notable for the building's maintenance history.