3950-3952 Ortega St, San Francisco, CA 94122

The 7-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 3950-3952 Ortega Street in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood was constructed in 1925 and is currently owned by Quan M Ming & Stella K Trust. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and structural issues over its history, with the most recent being reported structural damage in September 2022, including wall and ceiling cracks, bubbling and peeling paint, and water damage. This investigation, conducted by both Housing Inspection Services and Building Inspection Division, was marked as Not Active in September 2023.

In 2004, the building underwent a series of building violations, all of which were abated by February 2005, including problems with fire safety systems, inadequate lighting in public areas, and various maintenance issues. Earlier complaints from 2001-2002 documented water damage, heating problems, and electrical issues, while a 1996 permit noted minor dry rot repairs in the entrance foyer. The most recent building improvement on record is from July 2020, when three garage doors were replaced at a cost of $3,000.

The property has generated multiple 311 calls in recent months (January 2025), primarily regarding noise and sidewalk access issues, though these are not necessarily indicative of building condition problems. Historical records show a consistent pattern of maintenance issues requiring attention, particularly evident during the 2004 violation period when multiple safety concerns were documented, including problems with fire escapes, sprinklers, and emergency systems. The building's documented history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, though many past violations have been resolved through proper remediation. Recent structural concerns from 2022-2023 may warrant attention, though these are the most significant reported issues in recent years.