51-73 Card Aly, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 51-73 Card Alley in North Beach, owned by Yee Living Trust and constructed in 1905, has undergone several significant updates and faced multiple challenges over the years. Most notably, recent fire safety improvements include a 2023 fire alarm system upgrade costing over $34,000 to comply with SF Fire Department requirements, following a 2021 upgrade to low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. The building has seen multiple renovations, including a 2019 window replacement project and electrical rewiring work, though there were some concerning issues during this period, including tenant complaints about heating system failures and unauthorized electrical work in December 2019.

The property has faced recurring fire safety concerns, with violations related to extinguishers and fire alarm systems recorded in 2006, 2020, and 2024, though most have been corrected. A recent and serious issue emerged in April 2024 involving a gas leak situation with improper connections reportedly affecting a stove installation. Historical records show the building experienced several code violations in January 2000 related to emergency egress, security, and smoke detection, which were promptly addressed.

In terms of maintenance history, the building has undergone various routine repairs including reroofing in 2016 and multiple street space permits in 2017. While there have been regular 311 calls regarding street cleaning and maintenance, particularly concerning waste removal, these are typical for the neighborhood and not necessarily indicative of building-specific issues. All historical building complaints and violations have been marked as not active or abated, though some recent issues indicate ongoing maintenance challenges.