964-966 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 964-966 Oak Street is a 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1890, currently owned by San Francisco Community Land Trust. Significant recent improvements include an extensive fire safety upgrade in 2024, with multiple permits issued for the installation of a comprehensive sprinkler system, including new lines, underground infrastructure, control panels, smoke detectors, and monitoring equipment, totaling over $70,000 in improvements. Prior to these modifications, the building faced serious fire safety concerns, as evidenced by a 2017 complaint about the absence of sprinklers and blocked exit routes, though investigations into this complaint found "No Merit." In addition to fire safety upgrades, the building underwent voluntary seismic strengthening in October 2023, with the installation of new plywood shear walls in the garage area costing $17,500.

The property's history includes attempts to convert it from a duplex to group housing with 10 bedrooms and 16 occupants, with various planning records showing both approved and withdrawn applications between 2016 and 2020. The building's maintenance and safety history shows attention to compliance and improvements, with no active building complaints in recent years, though there have been multiple parking-related issues in the vicinity, as documented through 311 calls. Recent plumbing and electrical work has focused on fire safety systems, with proper permits obtained and work completed.

The property has a documented history of addressing safety concerns, with recent improvements focusing on modernizing fire safety systems and structural integrity. While there were significant safety concerns noted in 2017 regarding occupancy and fire safety, these issues appear to have been addressed through the subsequent installation of comprehensive fire safety systems. The building's recent permits indicate ongoing investment in safety and compliance requirements, though the 2016-2020 period showed some regulatory complexity regarding potential change of use.