183 Brighton Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The property at 183 Brighton Ave is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, currently owned by Yu Shung Wai. Comprising three units, the building has experienced significant issues over the past decade, particularly regarding an abandoned commercial storefront that was previously a laundry facility. The storefront has been the subject of multiple complaints and violations, most notably an active violation filed in October 2022 for non-compliance with the Vacant or Abandoned Commercial Storefront Ordinance, marking a concerning pattern of neglect.

Between 2014 and 2020, there were several complaints about the commercial space's condition, including reports of broken windows, peeling paint, and safety concerns, with one complaint in 2018 describing the property as "a blight to the neighborhood" due to graffiti, trash accumulation, and loitering issues. The building has undergone various renovation efforts, with the most substantial work occurring between 2016 and 2019, including a complete remodel of the second floor (kitchen, bathroom, electrical systems) in 2017, and a proposed first-floor remodeling project in 2019 to add additional living spaces and bathrooms. Historical records show earlier improvements to the laundry facility in the 1990s, including installation of washer/dryer equipment and lighting.

Recent activity includes a filed permit in June 2024 for converting the vacant laundry space into a deli store, though the current status of this project is pending. The property has seen regular maintenance of utility systems, including electrical service upgrades to the garage in 2009 and various kitchen and bathroom improvements, suggesting ongoing efforts to maintain residential components despite the prolonged commercial vacancy issues. Current exterior conditions, as evidenced by recent 311 calls in January 2025, show ongoing challenges with garbage and debris accumulation around the property, though most of these cases have been resolved promptly by city services.