1536-1546 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94122

The 30-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1536-1546 Great Highway in the Outer Sunset, owned by the Otto H Schreier Trust since 1996, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety events since its construction in 1907. Most notably, in recent years, the building has undergone substantial fire safety improvements, including a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade in August 2023 (completed) that added numerous safety features such as manual pull stations and low-frequency horns in residential sleeping areas. The building has also experienced fire incidents, including a significant one in 2021 affecting Unit 27 which required extensive repairs to restore both interior and exterior finishes, windows, doors, and electrical systems. The property has faced persistent maintenance challenges over the years, including multiple roof replacements, with the most recent completed in 2023 at a cost of $7,000.

Documented fire safety violations and complaints have been addressed through corrective actions, including repairs to emergency lighting and building numbering requirements in 2019. A recent active complaint from January 2025 raises concerns about the back staircase stability and hanging wires at the third-floor entrance, though the building has generally responded to historical complaints within reasonable timeframes. Several infrastructure upgrades have been completed, including electrical rewiring work in Unit 27 and plumbing repairs, while routine maintenance issues have been addressed as evidenced by the resolution of various housing inspection complaints between 2021-2023. The building's history includes multiple instances of fire safety violations requiring correction, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirement violation issued in October 2023.

Previous violations included issues with emergency lighting, street numbering, and extinguishers, though these have been marked as corrected. The property has maintained its compliance with basic building requirements, though periodic complaints related to heating, plumbing, and general maintenance have occurred, including instances of mold in 2010 and 2012 that were resolved. Recent fire system inspections in 2024 noted electrical system issues that were subsequently corrected. The building has been subject to regular routine inspections and has undertaken various improvement projects to maintain compliance with current safety standards. Recent building activity suggests ongoing commitment to addressing safety requirements, though the most recent active complaint regarding the back staircase and wiring from January 2025 warrants attention.