1709 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117

1709 Oak Street is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building located in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Robert B. Devney and C. Woolsey. The building has undergone several significant safety and modernization improvements over the past decade, including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system in 2010-2012 (covering the attic, third floor, and ground floor laundry), skylights, dormers, and major electrical upgrades including a 200-amp service installation.

More recent work includes a $7,500 rear staircase replacement in 2022, though this project is currently the subject of active complaints regarding structural concerns and safety hazards. The property has experienced multiple safety-related issues and violations over its history, particularly in the 2000s, with several concerning incidents requiring attention to fire safety, security, and general maintenance. A 2023 complaint regarding an illegal unit with inadequate egress is currently active, while the building has undergone routine inspections revealing various compliance issues. Most notably, there were multiple housing code violations in 2008-2009 related to fire safety, security requirements, and maintenance concerns, though these have since been addressed.

Recent maintenance issues appear primarily related to exterior concerns, including a 2024 flooding incident and various streetscape maintenance matters recorded through 311 calls. The building's history shows a pattern of addressing major safety requirements through proper permitting and construction work, particularly in relation to fire safety upgrades. However, the presence of recent active complaints regarding structural concerns and illegal units suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and compliance. The property has maintained basic infrastructure improvements over the years, including a complete reroofing in 2009 and various plumbing and electrical upgrades, though there have been periodic issues with basic systems and appliances as evidenced by historical complaints.