Access Control Upgrade at Avalon Bay – Ocean Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Avalon Bay Communities
- Ocean Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Project Summary
Avalon Bay Communities is known for creating modern, comfortable living spaces in prime locations. Their Ocean Avenue complex in San Francisco offers residents furnished units, scenic surroundings, fitness amenities, and pet-friendly policies.
To match the high-quality living experience, the property needed a secure, efficient, and resident-friendly access control system. The solution had to:
To match the high-quality living experience, the property needed a secure, efficient, and resident-friendly access control system. The solution had to:
- Enhance security across 173 residential units and 28 shared spaces
- Provide quick and safe emergency egress for residents
- Integrate modern, tech-forward solutions without compromising aesthetics
- Improve visitor, vendor, and delivery access management
System Highlights
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South Bay Hardware, in partnership with Dave’s Lock Service and Latch, delivered a comprehensive access control package designed for both safety and convenience:
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173 Residential Units
Installed Latch eGenius interconnect hardware on every unit door. This single-action egress system allows residents to exit quickly in an emergency—pressing down on the lever simultaneously retracts the deadbolt and latch for immediate opening. - 28 Common Areas
Equipped with Latch R Readers, combining a reader, door controller, and management system in one. These devices connect directly to electrified locking mechanisms and integrate with motion detectors and request-to-exit devices for streamlined building access. - 4 Intercom Systems with Video
Installed Latch Intercom Systems at building entrances and exits. As a key component of LatchOS, these units enable easy guest entry, delivery management, and remote access—ensuring the right people get in, every time.
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173 Residential Units
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Avalon Bay’s Ocean Avenue location now benefits from a fully integrated, modern access control ecosystem that prioritizes both security and resident experience. The new systems:
- Provide residents with fast, safe emergency egress
- Enable convenient, tech-driven access to common areas
- Streamline guest and delivery management
- Support Avalon Bay’s brand as a leader in high-quality, modern living
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