815 Duboce Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 815 Duboce Avenue, constructed in 1907, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over the years, with the most critical period occurring in 2017-2018. During this time, the building faced multiple violations including mold and mildew problems, water damage, damaged ceilings, and stair repairs, along with violations related to smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, excessive storage, and egress obstruction. These issues resulted in a series of notices of violation (NOVs) that were finally abated by February 2022.

In 2018, there was a complaint about unauthorized fire escape reconstruction, though this was subsequently addressed with proper permitting and completion of fire egress stair repairs in 2018 at a cost of $10,000. More recent improvements include a water heater replacement in 2021 and an underground service conversion in 2003. The building has a history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints about leaks and water damage documented between 2001 and 2017, including three separate complaints about ceiling and window leaks in early 2002.

The most recent service requests from 2024-2025 primarily concern exterior maintenance matters such as garbage and debris, toters, and sidewalk issues, which appear to be routine municipal concerns rather than building-specific problems. Currently, there is a rear horizontal addition and interior remodel proposal on hold, as per planning records. While the building has experienced various maintenance challenges over the years, the recent record shows fewer critical safety or habitability concerns, though the presence of multiple open service requests in 2024 indicates ongoing attention to building and site maintenance needs.