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1715 Webster St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0677045 22 units · 3 fl · 1905

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Lower Pacific Heights
Above average
avg 1.6
13
FewerMore

This building has 13 novs (7y), above the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1715 Webster 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 1905
2 or more units
22 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 1905
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
Units22
Floors3
Year built1905
Total area16,046 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0677045
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Heston Chau 2043 Bush St Apt 4 San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
102596

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Initial analysis

1715 Webster Street is a 22-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1905, currently owned by 1715 Webster LLC. The building has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues over recent years, with significant recent events including a fire alarm system upgrade in 2023 to comply with California State Fire Marshal code, and ongoing plumbing work including the installation of new storage tanks in early 2024. There have been recurring problems with mold and moisture, most recently in 2023 in Unit 302, which was addressed through repairs including bathroom tile replacement and faucet fixes costing $25,000. The building has a documented history of rodent infestations, with multiple complaints from 2021-2022 specifically concerning Unit 101. Recent fire safety violations include a sleeping area requirements citation from December 2023, though the building has demonstrated some responsiveness to fire safety issues, with several fire code violations being corrected in 2024 and a notable HVAC/boiler system upgrade in 2023. The property has also undergone various infrastructure improvements, including exterior waterproofing work in 2014 and multiple wall heater replacements between 2009-2014. The building's maintenance history shows regular heating system upgrades, fire alarm system improvements, and response to various housing violations, though some issues, particularly regarding moisture control and pest management, appear to have recurred over time. Recent fire safety inspections in 2024 have resulted in multiple violations, including for smoke alarm requirements, though historical records show previous fire safety concerns were generally addressed through corrective actions.

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Risk rating

How 1715 Webster 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
2th percentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 657 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
13%
No DBI
violation
87%
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.

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.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 9.1%
Moderate concern 69.7%
Severe concern 21.2%
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

1715 Webster St event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Jun 12
Common area improvement on first floor. new electric room. new laundry at (e) location. new trash room. no change to areas, egress, structure, or units.
$30,000 · Filed
311 RequestMay 20
Garbage and debris

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