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15-19 Wetmore St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0223019 3 units · 3 fl · 1908

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
Above average
avg 2.4
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

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 15-19 Wetmore 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 1908
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1908
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 built1908
Total area3,606 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0223019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
19 Wetmore St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
October 15, 2013

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17 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
19 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
15 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 15-19 Wetmore Street in Nob Hill, owned by Yano Sheri & Ong Edward, has undergone significant renovations and improvements since 2015. Major upgrades in 2016 included the installation of fire safety systems with 11 new sprinkler heads throughout the ground floor, the addition of 11 fixed 1-hour rated windows on the north property line, and the creation of a 498 sq ft private roof deck on the third floor penthouse. The building's units received comprehensive remodeling work, including updates to all bathrooms and kitchens, installation of new laundry systems, and the implementation of radiant underfloor heating.

The property has experienced several compliance issues that were eventually resolved. A notable incident occurred in 2016 when work began on an unauthorized roof deck and stair access structure, leading to building violations that were abated by October 2016. Prior to this, the building had multiple inspection-related issues from 2000, including fire safety and security violations, all of which were also resolved by October 2016. More recent maintenance work includes siding replacement in 2018 and various plumbing and utility updates. The building's infrastructure improvements have focused on safety systems, including fire sprinklers and water heater restrapping, along with general unit modernization. Recent maintenance records from 2022-2024 indicate regular upkeep, including utility work and street maintenance issues that were resolved through appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 15-19 Wetmore 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
53rdpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 529 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
65%
No DBI
violation
35%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 35%
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

15-19 Wetmore St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jan 10
Missing side sewer vent cover
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