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31 Joice St

Downtown, SF 94108 0256020 4 units · 2 fl · 1918

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Downtown
Above average
avg 6.9
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 31 Joice 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 1918
2 or more units
4 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.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1918
Total area2,616 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0256020
Ownership

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

Owner name
Patrice Racko Lvg Tr
Mailing address
Patrice Racko, Trustee 3001 Jackson St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
091919

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Initial analysis

31 Joice Street is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1918, currently owned by the Patrice Racko Living Trust. The property has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over the years, with the most recent concerns focused on fire safety systems. Between 2019 and 2024, there have been multiple fire code violations related to alarm systems, exit maintenance, and fire extinguisher requirements, with recent violations issued in September 2024 and January 2024 regarding ERCS and alarm system maintenance, respectively. Significant building complaints from 2020 included lack of heat and security issues, such as missing locks and black mold in common areas. Historical records show past violations from 2000 that were subsequently abated, including issues with fire extinguishers, window frames, flooring, and gas utility safety.

Recent improvements include repairs to upper and mid-deck planking in 2013, installation of a ductless mini-split system in 2020, and a completed plumbing permit in the same year. The building's management has faced scrutiny regarding potential illegal short-term rentals in 2024, though these complaints were closed with no activity observed. While the building has had recurring issues with fire safety systems, many violations have been corrected promptly. The property has also experienced various maintenance issues over the years, including the need for floor covering repairs and window frame improvements, though most historical violations have been resolved. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 have primarily concerned external issues in the surrounding area, including reports of debris and parking violations. The building is currently subject to an active routine inspection from 2016, while most historical complaints and violations have been marked as not active or resolved.

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Risk rating

How 31 Joice 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
83th percentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 76 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 17.2%
Moderate concern 54.1%
Severe concern 28.7%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

31 Joice St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request May 05
Encampment
Encampment
Electrical PermitApr 30
We would like to upgrade the main electrical service wire and meter panel which feeds 5 meters. there are 4 meters for 4 units and 1 meter for a common area.

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