551-553 Hill St, San Francisco, CA 94114

551-553 Hill Street is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1900 in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, currently owned by Moran Trust. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent being a complete re-roofing project completed in August 2023 at a cost of $27,000. Recent maintenance history includes a comprehensive kitchen and bathroom renovation in 2020, plumbing upgrades in 2019, and substantial improvements to windows and electrical systems in 2007-2008. However, the building has faced multiple maintenance challenges, particularly noted in a 2023 complaint regarding deteriorating conditions, including problems with floors, doors, windows, and mold issues.

This complaint also highlighted several code violations, including plumbing deficiencies, damaged walls, mold, and the need for repairs to stairs and exhaust systems, though most of these violations were marked as not active. The building's maintenance record shows a mix of completed improvements and ongoing concerns. Historical records show periodic roof replacement, window upgrades, and various unit renovations, including a complete rewiring of a studio apartment in 2016. Several complaints and violations have been documented over the years, including a 2000 complaint regarding combustible storage and gas meter instructions, a 2015 fire complaint about blocked exits (with no jurisdiction found), and multiple instances of mold-related issues.

While many of these issues have been addressed over time, the property continues to experience periodic maintenance challenges, particularly related to plumbing, electrical systems, and general building upkeep. The most recent construction work in 2020 generated complaints about unauthorized work beyond permit scope, though this issue was later resolved. The property's location has experienced recurring issues with parking enforcement, with multiple documented cases of driveway blocking between 2020-2024, though these incidents are not directly related to the building's internal conditions or safety. The building's age and maintenance history suggest ongoing attention to basic systems and periodic upgrades, with some concerns about the timeliness and scope of repairs in recent years.