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1215 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0183039 11 units · 3 fl · 1975

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1215 Pacific Ave 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 1975
2 or more units
11 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1975
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
Units11
Floors3
Year built1975
Total area10,860 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0183039
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Po Box 320172 San Francisco CA 94132
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The 11-unit, three-story apartment building at 1215 Pacific Avenue, owned by Ronald L. Fong, was constructed in 1975 and has undergone several significant improvements over the past decades. Most recently, in late 2023, the property completed substantial renovations in units 201, 202, and 301, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, window replacements, and electrical upgrades costing $158,000. Earlier in 2023, the building received attention for balcony repairs ($50,000), and in 2017, a mandatory soft-story retrofit was successfully completed at a cost of $70,000. The building has experienced some notable maintenance challenges, particularly a sewage-related incident in 2018 that affected multiple units, and a 2017 complaint raised concerns about mold, structural issues, and roof drainage problems.

Recent activity indicates ongoing maintenance and safety compliance efforts, though there are some current concerns worth noting. As of April 2024, there is an active general maintenance complaint under investigation. The building's fire safety systems have required periodic attention, with multiple fire extinguisher and sprinkler system complaints recorded between 2014 and 2023, though most have been marked as "Condition Corrected." Historical records show the building has completed various unit renovations over the years, including work in units 101 and 303, and has addressed exterior issues such as stucco repairs and roofing work. Regular inspections and permit records indicate the building's management has generally maintained compliance with San Francisco building codes, including the completion of the necessary soft-story retrofit as a Tier 3 property. The most recent maintenance and improvement work suggests continued investment in the building's upkeep, though the existence of an active maintenance complaint as of 2024 warrants attention.

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Risk rating

How 1215 Pacific Ave'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
12thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 990 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
21%
No DBI
violation
79%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 79%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1215 Pacific Ave event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Jul 28
Unit 302: remodel 1 bathroom and 1 kitchen change kitchen cabinets. new flooring (laminate), new electrical in kind and plumbing.
$25,000 · Complete
Plumbing PermitJul 28
Kitchen and bathroom remodel in kind.

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