795-799 Ashbury St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building at 795-799 Ashbury St, constructed in 1900, has undergone significant renovations and faced several safety-related issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, there were multiple fire safety violations involving blocked exits, fire extinguishers, street numbering, and fire escape issues, though these were all corrected by late September 2024.

The building's fire safety systems have received regular attention, with a $19,000 fire alarm system upgrade completed in 2022, followed by a more recent upgrade in 2023 to comply with current codes. An ambitious project to add four basement-level units was filed in 2022, and while the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit program, it was categorized as Tier 3, indicating that more extensive improvements were required compared to lower-tiered buildings. The property has experienced various maintenance and safety issues over the years, including a concerning complaint in March 2020 about inoperative plumbing and lack of hot water during the COVID-19 pandemic, along with routine inspections revealing mold/mildew problems in 2013.

Historical records show the building received a new roof in 2011 and underwent significant unit renovations, including a 2020 project costing $65,000 for updates to Unit A. Multiple 311 calls in 2024 indicate ongoing maintenance needs in the surrounding area, particularly regarding graffiti and sidewalk cleanliness, though these issues are primarily external to the building itself. The property has maintained active compliance with most safety requirements, though the recent fire safety violations highlight ongoing attention needed in this area.