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2951 Pine St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1047033 2 units · 1 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. 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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2951 Pine 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
Floors1
Year built1900
Total area4,509 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1047033
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Ronald J Brown & Mary Rose 2951 Pine St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
May 31, 2002

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Initial analysis

The property at 2951 Pine Street is a 1-story, 2-unit multi-family residential building located in Lower Pacific Heights, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by the Fernandez Brown Family Trust. The building underwent significant renovations in 2015-2016, including a major construction project completed in 2015 that added a third floor, new rear addition, deck, and interior remodel (including a kitchen and additional bathroom) with a value of $480,000. During 2016, important safety upgrades were implemented including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system, fire alarm system, and related monitoring infrastructure, along with foundation upgrades and new plumbing installations including radiant heating and shower pans. The building's modernization also included electrical system improvements and the replacement of three windows with wood composite units.

Recent records from 2022-2023 show an ongoing pattern of driveway blocking incidents near the property, with parking enforcement responding to multiple citations between August 2022 and October 2023. Of particular note, there was one recorded incident of smoke detector activation with no fire response, though this was categorized as unintentional. The property's renovation period between 2015 and 2016 was marked by substantial investment in both structural and safety improvements, including approximately $50,000 in foundation work, while more recent history indicates maintenance of basic building systems rather than major structural changes. Since the completion of the 2015-2016 renovation period, there have been no recorded building permits for substantial modifications, suggesting either stability in current systems or reduced need for further major improvements.

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Risk rating

How 2951 Pine 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
83rdpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 114 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
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 age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
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

2951 Pine St event timeline

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

2023
311 Request Oct 06
Blocking driveway cite only
Cream/white - Mini cooper - 8R0H790

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