2450 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit multi-family residential building at 2450 Octavia Street in Pacific Heights, built in 1969 and owned by S W K Associates, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety events over recent years. Most notably, in December 2023, a fire safety violation was issued regarding sleeping area requirements, which remains open as of the latest data.

The building has undergone multiple balcony-related repairs, including a significant $75,000 repair in 2018 and a $31,200 upgrade to meet fire safety requirements in 2021 involving low frequency sounders and fire alarm control panel replacement. A fire incident in 2013 caused damage to Unit 3C, requiring extensive repairs to the kitchen, bathroom, and electrical systems, followed by a new hot water boiler installation in 2017. The building experienced multiple fire alarm system violations between 2005 and 2018, all of which were ultimately corrected, though the most recent sleeping area violation suggests ongoing fire safety concerns.

Historical records show earlier issues with building safety, including a 2001 complaint about balcony guardrails being dangerous for small children, and multiple violations regarding fire safety and plumbing systems that were abated by October 2001. More recent incidents include routine safety inspections and various maintenance issues common to urban settings, as evidenced by 311 calls in the vicinity, though these are primarily related to external factors such as street cleaning, tree maintenance, and graffiti rather than building-specific problems. The property has shown a pattern of responding to and addressing violations and repair needs, though the recent sleeping area violation suggests some fire safety compliance requirements may still require attention.