198 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103

198 Dolores Street is a two-story, six-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1962, currently owned by Juan Pablo Marzetti. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent being a fire alarm system upgrade in September 2023 that included the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to enhance safety compliance. Notable past improvements include a comprehensive soft-story retrofit completed in 2017 (Tier 3, CFC issued), window replacements in 2021 valued at $45,000, and a substantial unit #6 renovation in 2020 that included kitchen and bathroom remodeling at a cost of $28,000.

The building has a documented history of addressing safety and maintenance issues, particularly regarding fire safety systems. In 2018, the property received fire safety violations related to extinguishers and sprinkler systems, which were promptly corrected. A significant fire incident occurred in 2005, when damage was sustained from a neighboring building fire, leading to extensive repairs including electrical system upgrades and new fire safety installations.

The building has experienced periodic alarm system issues, with three false alarms recorded, though no civilian injuries have ever been reported. Recent maintenance records show attention to both structural and safety improvements, including a pending 2025 electrical panel upgrade to a 200-amp circuit breaker system to meet insurance requirements. The property has also faced some exterior maintenance challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in January 2025 regarding graffiti and garbage issues near the property, though these primarily affected public infrastructure rather than the building itself.