871-873 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94107

The two-unit, two-story residential building at 871-873 Rhode Island Street in Potrero Hill, owned by Brandon S. Yee, has undergone several significant renovations since its construction in 1911.

The most recent major work was completed in 2019, involving a $40,000 replacement of the existing two-story rear deck. Earlier improvements include the installation of mineral fiber siding in 2002, electrical upgrades in 2013 with the installation of a new house meter box and panel, and plumbing work in 2020 for water heater replacement. The property faced multiple concerning issues in January 2015, with three different complaints filed about an alleged illegal unit in the garage area and reports of fungus in the unit, though these complaints are no longer active.

Additional maintenance and safety concerns have been documented, including a fire complaint in January 2015 regarding operation without a permit, and various 311 calls between 2016 and 2025 related to parking issues, tree damage, a temporary moving sign request, and graffiti, all of which have been resolved. The building underwent significant interior work in 2001, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, though initial permits were marked as expired. A tenant buyout occurred in July 2018, with three tenants receiving $45,000 under the Ellis Act.