731-745 Italy Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The multi-family residential building at 731-745 Italy Avenue in Excelsior, owned by Optimal Partners, is a single-story structure built in 1951 containing three units. The property has undergone several significant modifications over the past decade, most notably in 2021 when a fire-rated wall was added to separate the garage from the house, though this modification raised questions about the garage's legality due to the absence of historical plans.

Other improvements include a gas houseline extension completed in 2012. The building's recent history shows some concerning resident experience issues, with a sewage backup incident reported in November 2023 being one of the more significant events. The property and surrounding area have experienced recurring maintenance and quality-of-life challenges in 2024, including multiple instances of abandoned garbage and debris, parking violations, and infrastructure issues such as cracks and holes in sidewalk sections.

Notably, three parking-related incidents between February and July 2024 resulted in citations, while there are ongoing concerns about tree maintenance as of October 2024. Both a malfunctioning street light (October 2024) and issues with garbage collection (July 2024) have been reported and resolved. A rent board complaint was filed in January 2024 regarding fee and housing inventory compliance, which was resolved when it was determined there were no relevant exemptions on file.