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2355 Washington St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0613021 2 units · 4 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2355 Washington 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 1900
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1900
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
Units2
Floors4
Year built1900
Total area6,556 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0613021
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2355 Washington St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
May 30, 2008

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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story apartment building at 2355 Washington Street in Pacific Heights, owned by Lal Shyam, was constructed in 1900 and has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work over the years. The most recent notable incidents include a 2020 complaint regarding unpermitted construction of a planter and guardrail system on the roof, which was subsequently addressed through an official permit process costing $5,000. The building underwent substantial renovations in 2009-2010, including comprehensive bathroom and laundry renovations across multiple units, installation of new furnaces, electrical upgrades including a new 400-amp service, and various structural improvements. A significant 2013 modification involved the removal of a 600-square-foot non-structural concrete patio in the rear yard.

The building's history shows attention to maintenance and upgrades, with proper permits obtained for most major work. However, there have been some historical violations, including a 2006 fire sprinkler issue that was promptly resolved, a 2004 complaint about an unauthorized fence height, and a 2003 incident involving the unpermitted demolition of a parking garage structure. The property has maintained compliance with San Francisco's housing and building codes, with no active violations as of the latest records. Recent 311 calls primarily concern parking issues at the property, with no major building-related complaints filed since the 2020 roof incident.

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Risk rating

How 2355 Washington 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
63rdpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 356 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of floors

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
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

2355 Washington St event timeline

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

2020
Building Permit Sep 01
Response to nov#202050895. planter and screen at roof deck. remove roof planter 6-4". unpermitted screen and planter.
$5,000 · Complete
Building Violation (NOV)Aug 18
A complaint has been filed with this department regarding unpermitted construction at the above location. on roof at south elevation construction of a planter & guardrail system approx six feet above roof. a building permit with planning dept approval is required. code/section: sfbc 103a, 102a.3 a monthly monitoring fee will be assessed. code/section: sfbc table 1a-k 110a

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