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925-931 Vallejo St

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0149028 3 units · 3 fl · 1909

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Russian Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above 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.

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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story building at 925-931 Vallejo Street in San Francisco's Russian Hill neighborhood, constructed in 1909 and currently owned by the Wayland Chin Revocable Trust, is undergoing significant structural concerns as evidenced by multiple active violations filed in June 2026. These violations primarily focus on the rear fire escape and staircase, which have been described as rotting and falling apart, posing risks to tenant safety. Specific cited issues include dry-rotted stair treads and risers, loose boards, and missing railings. The property is currently required to complete a 604 affidavit for self-certification of structural maintenance, and the violations emphasize the importance of proper inspection procedures and obtaining necessary building permits for any required repairs. In response to these concerns, building permits were issued in July and August 2026 for the demolition and reconstruction of the back stairs/secondary egress, with revisions made to accommodate actual site conditions.

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Rent & eviction protection

Is 925-931 Vallejo 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 1909
2 or more units
3 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 1909
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1909
Total area5,400 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0149028
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wayland Chin, Ttee 931 Vallejo St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

927 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
931 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
927 A Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
931 A Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
929 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
925 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Risk rating

How 925-931 Vallejo 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
78thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 249 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
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 14%
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

925-931 Vallejo St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Aug 29
Blocked sidewalk
lime standing scooter
Building PermitAug 21
Revision to pa 202607165134 follwing on-site inspection with sfdbi, revision to footing detail, staircase landings, and shear design, to accomodate actual site conditions

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