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3016-3020 Jackson St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0975004 15 units · 3 fl · 1900

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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3016-3020 Jackson 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
15 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.

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
Units15
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area6,840 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusLessor
Blocklot0975004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
455 Franklin St San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
December 20, 2002

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3018 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94115
3016 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94115
3020 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The 15-unit multi-family residential building at 3016-3020 Jackson Street in Pacific Heights, owned by the San Francisco Ballet Association, is a three-story structure built in 1900 that has undergone several significant improvements over the years. Most recently, in 2024, there was a fire extinguisher-related correction made, and in September 2023, a sewer spot repair was completed. The building has demonstrated ongoing commitment to safety and compliance, having completed its soft-story retrofit in 2016 (Tier 2, CFC Issued) with the installation of holdowns and shearwalls to meet required standards. Previous safety upgrades included the installation of fire sprinklers in 2011, extensive electrical improvements in 2007 (including fire alarm systems), and accessibility enhancements such as grab bars in 2014 (completed April 2014 in response to a violation). The building's infrastructure has been regularly maintained, with multiple street space permits issued between 2017-2019 and various plumbing and electrical work completed over the years, including a comprehensive electrical upgrade in 2007 involving installation of numerous circuits, lights, and outlets.

The property has experienced several routine inspections and surveys over the years, including a residential hotel survey in 2014, and three fire incident investigations related to alarm systems between 2010-2018, all of which were resolved with conditions corrected or marked as no merit. Parking-related issues have been noted in 2023, with multiple citations issued for vehicles blocking driveways, while general maintenance concerns like graffiti and loose garbage were addressed through normal city processes between 2021-2024. The building has also been the subject of planning discussions regarding its use as a post-secondary educational institution with group housing, though these proposals appear to have been ultimately closed or marked as informational. The property's documented history suggests regular maintenance and prompt attention to safety issues, with most violations being corrected within reasonable timeframes.

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Risk rating

How 3016-3020 Jackson 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
14thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 828 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
39%
No DBI
violation
61%
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.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 61%
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

3016-3020 Jackson St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint May 09
Sleeping Area Requirement
Violation Issued
Fire ComplaintFeb 18
Exit Maintenance

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