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8 Russian Hill Pl

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0127011 4 units · 3 fl · 1957

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

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 8 Russian Hill Pl 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 1957
2 or more units
4 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 1957
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
Floors3
Year built1957
Total area6,260 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0127011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Kathryn E Gordon 27800 Central Dr Los Altos Hills CA 94022
Last sale
June 06, 2003

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

8 Russian Hill Place is a three-story, four-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1957 and currently owned by the Alvarez-gordon Revoc Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and maintenance work over the past several years, with major improvements completed in 2020-2021 including a comprehensive interior remodel of Unit 2 (kitchen, bathrooms, lighting, finishes, and HVAC), exterior envelope repairs, window replacements, and structural upgrades. The property has seen substantial plumbing and fire safety improvements, with multiple fire code violations recorded between 2020-2024, including issues with sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and general fire safety requirements, though many of these violations were subsequently abated. The building experienced several significant maintenance challenges between 2019-2020, including the replacement of rotted sheathing on multiple elevations and structural elements, though these were addressed through proper permitting and completion of required work.

Recent records indicate ongoing fire safety compliance challenges, with multiple violations recorded throughout 2023-2024 related to sprinkler systems, sleeping area requirements, and egress lighting. The building has also experienced recurring issues with false fire alarms and elevator problems, though these incidents resulted in no civilian injuries. Historical records show various routine inspections and some construction-related complaints (2008-2014), most of which were resolved through proper procedures. The property has maintained active compliance with housing regulations, with the most recent tenant-related interactions primarily involving standard administrative matters such as rent board inquiries. The extensive permit records demonstrate a pattern of proactive maintenance and improvements to the building's systems, though the recurring nature of fire safety violations suggests ongoing challenges in this area that have required repeated attention from building management and regulatory authorities.

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Risk rating

How 8 Russian Hill Pl'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
25thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 850 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
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

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

Property class: tenancy in common

Tenancy-in-common ownership structure, which has distinct maintenance and management patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 48%
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

8 Russian Hill Pl event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Mar 26
Alarm Systems
Condition Corrected

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