655-659 Ashbury St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 655-659 Ashbury Street is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, currently owned by Daniel C. McCracken. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and safety-related improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being the removal and replacement of a gas water heater in 2011.

Historical records indicate the building experienced multiple safety compliance issues in 2000 and 2006, including concerns about egress obstructions, handrail requirements, and self-closing doors, all of which were ultimately resolved. Infrastructure improvements include a sprinkler system installation in the garage area, dry rot repairs to decking and stairs in 1996, reroofing in 1998, and various garage access modifications between 1999 and 2000. The property has faced recurring streetscape maintenance challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2022 and 2024 reporting issues such as graffiti, human waste, and debris on adjacent sidewalks.

The most recent infrastructure concern is an open case from April 2023 regarding tree root damage to the sidewalk. While these exterior maintenance issues have been consistently addressed by city services, they represent ongoing environmental challenges in the immediate vicinity of the building. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance and compliance efforts, with no recorded building violations or complaints since 2006, suggesting improved adherence to safety standards in recent years.