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2-8 Imperial Aly

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0521025 2 units · 2 fl · 1907

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 Cow Hollow
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cow Hollow average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2-8 Imperial Aly 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 1907
2 or more units
2 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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area1,815 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0521025
Ownership

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

Owner name
Donna Wong Survivors Trust
Mailing address
Wong Donna Aka Toy May Trus 275 Marina Blvd San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
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Landlord portfolio

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

4 Imperial Aly, San Francisco, CA 94123
8 Imperial Aly, San Francisco, CA 94123
6 Imperial Aly, San Francisco, CA 94123
2 Imperial Aly, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 2-8 Imperial Alley in Cow Hollow is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1907, currently owned by the Donna Wong Survivors Trust. The building's maintenance history reveals several significant events, with the most recent being a routine inspection in 2007 that resulted in multiple violations requiring attention to fire safety and security features. This inspection identified several issues including the need for self-closing devices on exterior doors, recharging of fire extinguishers, and various fire safety concerns. A previous incident in 2006 involved tenant complaints about mold in closets and bathrooms, with additional reports of black spots on bedroom walls. The building underwent a code compliance update in 1987 and stair repairs in 1989, though these permits have since expired. A separate routine inspection in 2001 also found multiple violations related to fire safety and building codes, including combustible storage concerns and egress obstructions, though these were ultimately abated by June 2001. While all documented violations and complaints have been marked as "Not Active," it's worth noting that the most recent record shows regular inspections had consistently identified areas requiring attention, particularly regarding fire safety compliance and environmental maintenance issues.

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Risk rating

How 2-8 Imperial Aly'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
64th percentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 310 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 77.6%
Moderate concern 12.3%
Severe concern 10.0%
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

2-8 Imperial Aly event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Mar 05
Date last observed: 03-mar-26; time last observed: 03/04/2026; identity of person performing the work: dexter wong is our landlord bu; floor: 2nd; unit: 6; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; mold; ; additional information: just signed a lease and moved into this apartment middle of february. during move in discovered concerning damage that looks like potential black mold growth in the shower area, which appears to stem from prior tenant and landlords maintenance issues. within our lease addendum it states that the premise was inspected for signs but it's clear the bathroom was not or was overlooked. we are observing clear signs of water intrusion on the bathroom walls surrounding the shower. in multiple areas, the sheetrock appears to have softened and disintegrated from prolonged moisture exposure. there is visible deterioration along the seams and corners, and the surface feels compromised. given the extent of the wat
Housing Inspection Services
DBI ComplaintMar 04
Date last observed: 03-mar-26; time last observed: 03/04/2026; identity of person performing the work: dexter wong is our landlord bu; floor: 2nd; unit: 6; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; mold; ; additional information: just signed a lease and moved into this apartment middle of february. during move in discovered concerning damage that looks like potential black mold growth in the shower area, which appears to stem from prior tenant and landlords maintenance issues. within our lease addendum it states that the premise was inspected for signs but it's clear the bathroom was not or was overlooked. we are observing clear signs of water intrusion on the bathroom walls surrounding the shower. in multiple areas, the sheetrock appears to have softened and disintegrated from prolonged moisture exposure. there is visible deterioration along the seams and corners, and the surface feels compromised. given the extent of the wat

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