552-554 Hill St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The property at 552-554 Hill Street is a two-unit residential building located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, constructed in 1904 and currently owned by the Robert T Roddick Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant modifications and faced various regulatory challenges over the past two decades. Most notably, in 2020, the building underwent a major reconfiguration to address a complaint from 2018, restoring the units to their legally permitted configuration under permit #200312313258, which included consolidating the first and second floors into one unit (552 Hill) while retaining a second kitchen, and maintaining the third floor as a separate unit (554 Hill) with a new kitchen.

This project also legalized a 72 square foot deck and rear extension. The building's systems have been upgraded over time, including the installation of 48 solar PV modules in 2008, an elevator in 2005, and comprehensive electrical system improvements including new service panels and wiring. The property has experienced some challenges, including a documented mold and mildew issue reported in 2017, and significant flooding issues in 2019 that were linked to a neighboring property's drainage problems.

Multiple parking enforcement calls have been made regarding blocked driveways near the property, with varying levels of resolution. The building's permit history shows careful attention to compliance and safety requirements, with several permits issued for heating system installation, electrical upgrades, and various renovations. A tenant buyout occurred in February 2016 for $25,000 involving one tenant, though the specific circumstances of this buyout are not detailed in the records. Planning records indicate ongoing review of the property to ensure compliance with housing regulations, particularly regarding unit configuration and open space requirements.