1700 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The six-story, 35-unit multi-family residential building at 1700 Octavia Street in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by Pelican 1700 LLC, was constructed in 1927 and has undergone various significant renovations and maintenance work over the years. Most recently, in 2025, permits were filed for comprehensive interior renovations of units 406, 506, 606, and 706, and electrical upgrades are being implemented with the installation of 21 exit and emergency lights throughout the building. The property has seen substantial infrastructure improvements in recent years, including the installation of new domestic hot water system components (2023), kitchen and bathroom renovations (2018), and electrical system upgrades (2018).

The building has experienced some recurring maintenance issues, particularly with its elevator system and heating infrastructure. Notable concerns have included elevator motor vibrations affecting seventh-floor apartments (2017) and heating system problems (2014). The property has undergone multiple fire safety inspections, with violations recorded for sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and exit maintenance between 2015 and 2024. Historical violations from 2005 included various interior maintenance issues such as water damage, floor covering problems, and plumbing concerns, though all were abated within two months.

More recent fire safety violations in 2024 (sleeping area requirements) and 2023 (sprinkler service) suggest ongoing attention is needed in this area. While there have been multiple fire incidents recorded, including carbon monoxide and elevator rescue situations, none resulted in civilian injuries, indicating prompt emergency response. The building has undergone various unit renovations since 2018, including major infrastructure replacements such as the steam boiler (2015) and sewer line (2011), with the most recent work focusing on modernizing individual units and maintaining safety systems. Recent 311 calls from December 2024 to January 2025 primarily relate to street cleaning and debris removal, reflecting typical urban maintenance issues.