1895-1899 Oakdale Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1895-1899 Oakdale Avenue, owned by Ouyang Zu Pei, was constructed in 1900 and has experienced several significant issues in recent years. Most notably, in June 2022, the building suffered fire damage that displaced 11 residents, leading to a substantial ongoing restoration project (Permit #202302272706) valued at $400,000 to repair 1,820 square feet of fire damage and undertake a 200-square-foot remodel of a second-floor unit, including comprehensive updates to roofing, windows, doors, siding, electrical systems, and the installation of safety features like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

The building has a documented history of maintenance issues, including multiple building violations in 2019-2022 related to plumbing, electrical, and interior surface problems, all of which were abated by May 2022. These violations included concerns about inadequate lighting, bathroom fixtures, floor coverings, and egress obstruction. Prior to these issues, the building underwent various improvements, including electrical service upgrades in 2010, sewer line repairs in 2009, and several construction projects in the early 2000s, such as exterior stair repairs and family room additions.

The property's maintenance history shows recurring infrastructure challenges, particularly in plumbing and electrical systems, with complaints about water leaks, electrical issues, and various repair needs documented between 2013 and 2020. Despite these challenges, the building has undergone significant modernization efforts, including an underground service conversion in 2008 and a main service replacement in 2010. The recent fire incident and ongoing repairs represent the most substantial disruption to resident living conditions in recent history, though previous violations and repair needs indicate a pattern of maintenance challenges that the current restoration project aims to address comprehensively.