215-217 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The two-unit residential building at 215-217 Octavia Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Lam Mo Gay & Sohnalee C, is a two-story flats/duplex structure built in 1946. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decades, with the most substantial renovation occurring in 2014, which included a comprehensive remodel of the kitchen and bathroom, conversion of the laundry room into a full bathroom, furnace replacement, and electrical upgrades including recessed lighting installation. This 2014 renovation, valued at $25,000, was executed with proper permits for construction, plumbing, and electrical work.

The building's roofing has received attention on multiple occasions, with a reroofing project completed in 2014 (costing $6,000) and an earlier attempt in 1998, while the electrical system was upgraded to convert overhead lines to underground service in 2003. The property has experienced a series of maintenance and environmental challenges in recent months (2024), primarily related to street and sidewalk conditions. There have been recurring issues with graffiti on public infrastructure near the property, with multiple reports filed between April and December 2024, some of which have been resolved by city crews.

Recent infrastructure concerns include a missing side sewer vent cover that was addressed in March 2024. The building's immediate vicinity has been impacted by urban challenges including multiple encampment reports (resolved between September and December 2024) and tree maintenance needs (reported July 2024). While these external factors do not directly impact the building's internal conditions, they provide context about the property's immediate environment. The building's most recent structural improvements and maintenance history suggest regular upkeep, with the major 2014 renovations addressing key systems and living spaces within the units.