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43-47 John St

Nob Hill, SF 94133 0180026 3 units · 3 fl · 1929

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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.4
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 43-47 John 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 1929
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1929
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 built1929
Total area3,360 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0180026
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Young Raymond John & Jung D 3217 Suter St Oakland CA 94602
Last sale
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47 John St, San Francisco, CA 94133
43 John St, San Francisco, CA 94133
45 John St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The three-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 43-47 John Street in Nob Hill, owned by Raymond John Young & Donna, has a significant history of maintenance and safety concerns since its construction in 1929. The most pressing active issues date back to March 2010, when multiple violations were documented, including concerns about lead paint, building security, and various safety features. These violations included problems with self-closing devices on exterior doors, a malfunctioning fire escape drop ladder, smoke detector issues, and a need for fire extinguisher maintenance. Additional active violations from December 2010 relate to electrical receptacle problems and concerns about lead-based paint that were noted to be potentially hazardous, particularly to vulnerable populations. The building has undergone some maintenance work, including an electrical upgrade in 2003 for underground conversion on the ground floor and a street space permit in 2014, though these appear to be relatively minor in comparison to the building's persistent maintenance issues.

Earlier documented issues include a broken window hazard from late 2004 that was resolved within two months, and a series of routine inspections that have consistently revealed various maintenance needs. The building's exterior has required attention, as evidenced by the December 2010 complaint about damaged paint on the front and side of the building, which continues to remain unresolved as an active violation. The property's history includes several 311 calls regarding street cleaning and color curb requests between 2013 and 2016, though these are administrative matters unrelated to building conditions. While some violations from 2004 were addressed within their respective timelines, many of the most critical safety and maintenance issues have persisted for over a decade, suggesting ongoing challenges with building upkeep and regulatory compliance.

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Risk rating

How 43-47 John 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
61stpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 439 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
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 30%
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

43-47 John St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jul 01
Doing work outside scope of permit 202603197930 that is obstructing view.
Building Inspection Division
Building PermitMar 19
To comply with nov #202542224: remodel kitchen & bathroom. add 1/4" gyp. bd to existing walls & ceilings.

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