858 Ashbury St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The four-unit residential building at 858 Ashbury Street, owned by Christopher and Clair Mcqueen, has undergone significant improvements since its 1910 construction, with major work completed in 2016 including substantial interior renovations valued at $275,000. This renovation included kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom updates, along with the installation of new laundry facilities, utility systems, and landscaping improvements.

The building was equipped with a comprehensive fire protection system in 2017, including the installation of 34 sprinklers throughout the ground and second floors, along with a new sprinkler monitoring system, demonstrating compliance with modern safety standards. However, the building has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding the fire escape system and water intrusion problems. Between May 2023 and October 2023, multiple complaints were filed regarding a dysfunctional fire escape ladder, water leaks through windows and the roof, and broken window seals in unit 2.

The building's infrastructure improvements from 2016-2017 included comprehensive electrical upgrades with a new 125A subpanel and rewire, plumbing enhancements including new underground piping and sewer lines, and the installation of radiant heating systems. While the building underwent significant modernization in the mid-2010s, including compliance with fire safety requirements, the recent pattern of maintenance complaints suggests ongoing challenges with building envelope integrity and life safety systems. The property has also had various administrative issues in 2024 related to garbage management and parking enforcement, though these are more peripheral to the building's core residential functions.