50 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The 5-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 50 Ocean Avenue, owned by Frank Carraro Investments L, has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over its operating history. Most notably, in 2021, there were serious safety concerns regarding inadequate stairway and garage lighting that persisted for seven months, creating potential hazards for residents. In 2020, there was a documented pest infestation that spread throughout the building, originating from Apartment 2.

The building has undergone multiple housing inspections, with several routine violations noted in 2011 including issues with fire escape maintenance, the need for directional signs, and requirements for an inspection by a licensed professional of all building attachments. A fire safety violation was recorded in 2017 regarding blocked exits, which was subsequently abated. The property has also faced various external maintenance challenges as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in recent years, primarily concerning graffiti (with multiple incidents reported between 2023-2024), as well as issues with garbage and debris.

Several cleaning and maintenance requests regarding the surrounding area have been logged through city services, including reports of human waste and liquid spills in 2024. The building's commercial space has also been affected by these external issues, with documented graffiti on the commercial portion of the property. While many of these violations have been resolved, the repeated nature of certain issues, particularly regarding building lighting and pest control, suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The property requires regular coordination with city services for graffiti removal and external cleaning, and there have been some recent concerns about unauthorized use of the sidewalks and surrounding areas.