2519 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 2519 Octavia Street in Pacific Heights, owned by William L & Bonni Mcelfresh, has a long history dating back to 1900. The property has undergone several significant renovations, with the most recent major work occurring in 2012 to address dry rot issues, including removal of stucco and replacement of plywood, costing $3,600. Earlier maintenance included a bathroom remodel in 2004 ($15,000) with associated electrical work, and plumbing improvements including a sewer replacement in 2009.

The building has had regular upkeep of its outdoor spaces, with repairs to the rooftop deck and garage area documented in 2004 and 2007, though a 2007 permit for deck repairs expired without completion. The property has experienced recurring issues with driveway blockages, with three documented incidents of vehicles blocking the driveway between January and April 2023, all requiring parking enforcement intervention. The surrounding area faced environmental challenges in 2021, with multiple reports of waste and cleaning needs on local streets and sidewalks. Tree maintenance issues were reported in 2018 and 2019, with one damaged tree allegedly suffering vandalism.

Earlier improvements to the property include a horizontal addition completed in 1988, complete plumbing fixture replacements in 1998, and electrical upgrades for various installations including a remodeled bathroom and garage lighting in the early 2000s. Historical records show the building underwent reroofing in 1996, though this permit expired. The building's maintenance history suggests a generally proactive approach to addressing structural and systems needs, though some permits show work was not completed as intended. The property has experienced relatively few major incidents or structural issues in recent years, with most construction work focusing on normal maintenance and system updates.