716 2nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The 8-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 716 2nd Ave in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood was constructed in 1965 and is currently owned by Wei Ying. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades, most notably completing a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 at a cost of $76,000, and more recently installing an electric car charger in the garage in 2024. The property has maintained active upkeep with roof replacements completed in 1998 and 2011, and various window and door upgrades including a patio door replacement in 2016.

The building has experienced multiple maintenance and compliance challenges over the years, with the most significant issues occurring in 2003 when multiple fire safety and maintenance violations were recorded, including problems with fire escape ladders, smoke detectors, egress obstructions, electrical junction boxes, and fire extinguishers. These violations were all abated by July 18, 2003. In the 2005-2009 period, there were complaints regarding water leaks, mold issues, and unauthorized remodeling work on the second floor.

More recently, the property had a violation resolved in 2013 related to unpermitted bathroom and kitchen renovations from 2009. Historical issues include a known unauthorized carport, which was ultimately removed in 1998, and a 2005 complaint concerning water leakage and hallway odor problems, though these were addressed over time. The most recent inspection records indicate no active violations, and the building's maintenance history shows regular updates and repairs have been made, including compliance with modern safety requirements such as the soft-story retrofit.