302-308 31st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 302-308 31st Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Gary M. Maganaris and built in 1921, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety-related issues over its history. Most recently, in 2017, the building underwent substantial voluntary strengthening work and retaining wall replacement at a cost of $60,000.

Between 2005 and 2016, multiple serious concerns emerged, including substantial structural issues with rear stairs (2009), plumbing and sanitary problems including non-functional toilets (2005), and various fire safety violations. The 2001-2005 period saw multiple fire safety violations requiring remediation, including problems with combustible storage, fire proofing, and emergency lighting systems, all of which were eventually abated. The building has also experienced some recent infrastructure issues, with a sewage backup reported in January 2024 representing the most current maintenance concern.

Recent municipal service calls around the property (2023-2024) have primarily involved external issues such as parking violations, street cleaning needs, and some tree maintenance concerns, rather than internal building problems. A 2005 housing inspection noted several maintenance issues including a caving ceiling and insulation concerns, though during this period, there were also documented efforts to improve the building's safety systems, including the installation of emergency exit lighting and electrical improvements. While the building has had its share of problems over the years, particularly during the early to mid-2000s, many of these issues were addressed through subsequent repairs and improvements, with no active violations currently on record. The only documented fire-related incident was a false alarm, with no civilian injuries reported.