3525 17th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 16-unit, three-story apartment building at 3525 17th Street, owned by 3525 17th Street Partners, has undergone significant renovations and improvements since 2018, particularly following a fire incident in 2016. Major upgrades included the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system ($75,000) and a new fire alarm system ($40,000) in 2018, along with a complete building remodel featuring new electrical systems and plumbing throughout all units.

The building underwent substantial work to add additional dwelling units as part of ADU unit construction and to optimize living spaces. Several permits for street space usage were issued throughout 2018-2019, indicating continued exterior work. The building has faced various maintenance and compliance issues over its history, including multiple housing code violations and complaints between 2004-2019.

Notable past violations included problems with the gas utility shutoff tools, central alarm system, heat system timing, fire proofing materials, smoke detector placement, and other fire-related issues in 2004; and plumbing permit requirements, boiler operation permits, and dry rot damage in 2010. More recent concerns included construction-related issues such as rodent problems and construction vehicle noise in 2019, as well as a fire damage incident in 2016 that presumably prompted the subsequent rehabilitation work. While two fire-related complaints were filed in early 2019 regarding extinguishers and blocked exits, both were determined to have "No Merit." The building has maintained active compliance with its various permits, though some expired permits from 2018-2019 related to plumbing work require note, including comprehensive plumbing updates for 16 bathrooms and kitchens.