501 Douglass St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-story, seven-unit apartment building at 501 Douglass Street, owned by John H III & Holly Ann Dissme, has undergone significant improvements since its 1963 construction. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017, achieving Tier 3 compliance. Recent major maintenance includes a 2024 fire alarm system upgrade ($32,169) to meet current safety requirements, and an upcoming window replacement project (costing $12,000) to address leaks in multiple units.

The property has been through substantial electrical upgrades, particularly in 2020-2023, with all units transitioning from Federal Pacific panels to Cutler-Hammer systems, including the installation of Arc Fault breakers and battery backup smoke detectors. The building experienced several significant issues between 2001-2005, including violations related to lead paint, fire escape maintenance, water damage, and combustible storage, all of which were abated by 2002. In 2005, there were concerns about unauthorized staircase construction at the property line, which was resolved through abatement.

Recent maintenance history shows a focus on updating and improving unit amenities, including kitchen renovations in units 2, 4, and 6, as well as exterior improvements like stucco replacement. The property has undergone routine fire and safety inspections, with the most recent fire alarm issue in 2024 being promptly corrected. The building's recent history (2018-2024) shows regular maintenance and upgrades, with no active building violations, though there have been multiple recent 311 calls regarding graffiti, illegal postings, and a few other external maintenance issues that are being addressed through appropriate channels.