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594 Chestnut St

North Beach, SF 94133 0052015 4 units · 2 fl · 1906

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in North Beach — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Beach average of 2.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 594 Chestnut St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1906
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NBEACH
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1906
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1906
Total area2,869 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0052015
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Mailing address
Charles Farruggia, Trustee 336 Lombard St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
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2200 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133
594 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 594 Chestnut Street in North Beach, owned by the Charles Farruggia Revocable Trust, was constructed in 1906 and contains 4 residential units. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being a house trap replacement completed in May 2024. Other notable recent maintenance includes electrical service upgrades in 2012 and a street space permit issued in 2012. The ground floor commercial space has seen various transformations, including a 2006 conversion from a flower shop to a coffee shop.

The building has a documented history of plumbing and water issues, particularly in 2001-2002, when multiple violations were recorded regarding improper plumbing installations, leaking fixtures, and unauthorized work, though these were ultimately resolved. More recently, there have been complaints about construction noise in 2024 and serious concerns in 2019 regarding excessive jackhammering and noise disturbances. A routine housing inspection in December 2015 revealed several fire safety concerns, including issues with fire extinguishers, fire escape maintenance, and smoke alarm compliance, though these were addressed. The property experienced earthquake damage in 1990 requiring plaster repairs, and has maintained an active presence with various building permits and improvements throughout its history. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 indicate ongoing challenges with exterior maintenance, including reports of human waste and debris on the sidewalk, though these issues are primarily external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 594 Chestnut St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
33rdpercentile

Out of 362 buildings in this neighborhood, 243 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 39%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

594 Chestnut St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 16
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
311 RequestMar 20
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