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2027-2033 Powell St

North Beach, SF 94133 0064006 8 units · 1907

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the North Beach average of 2.2.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2027-2033 Powell 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 1907
2 or more units
8 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1907
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
Units8
Floors
Year built1907
Total area6,538 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0064006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2029 1/2 Powell St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
December 13, 2005

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2027 A Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2033 A Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2029 A Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2027 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2029 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2031 A Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2033 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
2031 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

Located in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, this 3-story multi-family residential building at 2027-2033 Powell Street was constructed in 1907 and contains 8 units. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with the most recent activity including electrical upgrades and kitchen improvements in 2023-2024. A notable renovation occurred in 2021-2022 involving kitchen remodeling with structural work and electrical upgrades, followed by window replacements in 2022. The property completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit program in 2015 (Tier 3) at a cost of $50,000, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

The building has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues, most notably during 2021 when multiple complaints were filed regarding unauthorized plumbing and electrical work beyond permitted scope. Historical records show various improvements, including dry rot repairs in 2014 and multiple plumbing and electrical upgrades from 2010 to 2017. Recent 311 calls between 2021-2023 primarily relate to street cleaning, sidewalk maintenance, and tree-related issues near the property. Two tenant buyouts were recorded, with the most recent occurring in October 2024 for approximately $21,000, suggesting ongoing tenant turnover and unit reconfiguration. The property has maintained regular compliance with housing inspections and various permits, though some plumbing and electrical permits from 2022 and 2017 were marked as expired or not completed according to records.

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Risk rating

How 2027-2033 Powell 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
11thpercentile

Out of 362 buildings in this neighborhood, 322 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
28%
No DBI
violation
72%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

Number of units

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

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 72%
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

2027-2033 Powell St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2026
DBI Complaint Jun 18
Date last observed: 17-jun-26; time last observed: 9; floor: 2; unit: 2029 a; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling plumbing installation without permit; work w/o permit; electrical work being performed w/o permit; electrical work previously installed w/o permit; ; additional information: refiling complaint as it has not been addressed (#202654809);
Building Inspection Division
Building PermitJun 12
Unit 2029a: to comply with nov 202654809: work to legalize two through wall heat pumps in unit. heat pumps located above windows in living room and bedroom.

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