3800-3802 17th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 4-unit residential building at 3800-3802 17th Street, owned by the Chen Family Trust, dates back to 1900 and features two stories with a flat and store configuration. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the past three decades, with the most recent being a re-roofing project completed in May 2024 at a cost of $7,000. A major fire incident requiring substantial repairs occurred in 2006, involving the replacement of 1,800 square feet of fire-damaged drywall on the second floor, along with electrical, lighting, and window repairs, totaling $45,000.

The building has received regular maintenance attention, including sewer line repairs in 2016 and various street space and sidewalk repairs, with historical records showing multiple re-roofing projects in the early 1990s. The property has experienced minimal safety concerns over the years, with no recorded fire incidents resulting in civilian injuries. Recent activity around the building, primarily between November 2024 and January 2025, has involved typical urban maintenance issues, including streetlight outages, illegal parking incidents, and some graffiti removal.

Most of these cases have been promptly addressed and resolved by city services. A notable landscaping issue was reported in November 2024 regarding a defaced sign, which remains open. The building's maintenance history suggests regular upkeep, with particular attention paid to structural and safety elements, as evidenced by the comprehensive fire damage repairs and subsequent upgrades. The most recent permits and 311 calls indicate ongoing maintenance of both the building and surrounding public infrastructure.