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4 Brooklyn Pl

Financial District North, SF 94108 0242022 11 units · 4 fl · 1931

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. 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 Financial District North — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 3.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Financial District North average of 3.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 4 Brooklyn 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 1931
2 or more units
11 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CRNC
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 1931
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
Floors4
Year built1931
Total area5,056 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0242022
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Hogan & Vest Inc 750 Pacific Ave San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The 11-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 4 Brooklyn Place, built in 1931 and managed by Loong Kong Tien Yee Assocn, has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades in recent years. Most notably, in November 2023, the building completed an upgrade to its fire alarm system to comply with current fire safety codes, followed by a similar electrical upgrade in June 2024 that included new low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. The building has experienced recurring fire safety issues, with multiple fire code violations documented between 2017-2020, including problems with the alarm system, exit maintenance, and illumination of exit signs, though all were subsequently abated. A routine inspection in 2015 revealed several fire safety concerns that were addressed, including fire escape maintenance and carbon monoxide alarm installation. The building's infrastructure has received attention over the years, with repairs to exterior stucco and windows in 1999, basement concrete work in 1985, and significant plumbing work in 2012 involving the replacement of approximately 30 feet of sewer pipe.

Recent municipal service calls from 2024 indicate ongoing building maintenance and neighborhood issues, though these are primarily related to external areas rather than the building itself. Historical records show no active violations or complaints at present, with all documented issues having been resolved through appropriate corrective actions. The building's management has demonstrated compliance with fire safety requirements through recent upgrades, and while past violations were notable, they appear to have been addressed through regular inspections and prompt remediation. The property's maintenance history suggests active management attention to both routine upkeep and code compliance requirements, particularly regarding fire safety systems.

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Risk rating

How 4 Brooklyn 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
38thpercentile

Out of 145 buildings in this neighborhood, 90 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
27%
No DBI
violation
73%
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.

Number of units

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

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Construction type (C)

The building's construction type on file, which affects its maintenance risk profile.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 73%
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

4 Brooklyn Pl event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Aug 01
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestAug 01
Garbage and debris

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