308-312 8th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 12-unit multi-family residential building at 308-312 8th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by Yan W Property Investment L, was constructed in 1911 and is 3 stories tall. The building has undergone several significant safety-related upgrades in recent years, including a comprehensive fire system replacement in 2018 featuring a new control panel, smoke detectors, and pull stations, along with a house trap replacement the same year. However, there are ongoing safety concerns, most notably an open fire violation from May 2024 regarding exits/obstructions.

Recent inspections have cited multiple fire safety issues, including blocked exits, problems with sprinkler/standpipe systems, electrical systems, and more. Three active complaints from 2022 regarding unauthorized security door installations and vacant commercial space remain unresolved. The building has a mixed maintenance history, with improvements such as fire suppression system installations and kitchen renovations completed in the mid-2000s.

Historical violations from 2001 included issues with plumbing, electrical systems, ventilation, and fire safety, though these were abated. More recent concerns include a 2019 complaint about sewer gases affecting neighboring properties and recurring issues with garbage and debris management in the immediate vicinity, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024. The property has undergone various commercial modifications, including kitchen and store improvements in 2006, but these appear to have created some compliance challenges, as noted in recent complaints about ADA accessibility.