1650 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 54-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 1650 Octavia Street, owned by Gerald K Dowd Fmly Lvg Rvc, was constructed in 1962 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most concerning is the building's current outstanding violation from October 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements, indicating potential non-compliance with safety regulations.

The property has a documented history of moisture-related problems, with multiple complaints about mold around windows and common areas reported between 2017-2018, and more recent graffiti clean-up issues reported in late 2024. The building's maintenance history shows attention to major infrastructure systems, with completed work including a complete reroofing ($40,000) in 2005, boiler replacements in 2014 and 2015, and sewer line work in 2008.

However, there have been recurring violations related to the building's fire safety systems, with multiple fire complaints in 2024 regarding alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and blocked exits, though most were marked as "Condition Corrected." The property has also faced regulatory challenges, including a missed deadline for the mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program in 2016, resulting in a violation that was later resolved. Recent 311 calls from 2024 show ongoing issues with street cleanliness around the property, including reports of debris and human waste on the street, though these are external to the building itself. While many past violations have been abated and maintenance work has been performed, the combination of current fire safety violations and recent mold complaints suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and compliance.