39 Fair Oaks St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 17-unit apartment building at 39 Fair Oaks St, owned by 39 Fair Oaks Associates Lp, has experienced several significant issues and improvements since its construction in 1962. Most recently, in late 2023, the building received violations related to alarm system maintenance and sleeping area requirements, though these were subsequently abated. The property has undergone various unit renovations over the years, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades in multiple units (2014-2018), an attempted addition of 5 accessory dwelling units in 2020, and critical fire safety improvements.

A notable safety concern is the active complaint from November 2024 regarding a deteriorating wooden retaining wall at the rear of the property, which follows a history of retaining wall issues between 2004 and 2006. The building is subject to mandatory soft-story retrofit requirements, with permits for seismic improvements appearing to remain unfiled as of September 2024. The property's maintenance history shows regular attention to building systems, including multiple fire alarm system upgrades (most recently in 2024), electrical system improvements, and plumbing renovations in various units.

Several violations and complaints have been recorded over the years, including issues with a bulging floor (2021), mechanical violations (2022), and periodic boiler permit renewal requirements (2013-2020). The building has experienced two limited fire incidents—one involving cooking equipment and another regarding a defective elevator—though neither resulted in injuries. Recent maintenance records show the property management has generally addressed violations and completed required improvements, though the outstanding soft-story retrofit requirement remains a notable concern.