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116-118 Terra Vista Ave

Anza Vista, SF 94115 1104003 2 units · 2 fl · 1950

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 Anza Vista — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.3
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Anza Vista average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 116-118 Terra Vista Ave 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 1950
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1950
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
Floors2
Year built1950
Total area3,124 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1104003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Ma Albert & Mak Jaimie Trus 1774 15Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
March 19, 2021

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118 Terra Vista Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
116 Terra Vista Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 116-118 Terra Vista Ave in Anza Vista, owned by the Bb Mak Family Revocable Trust, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1950. The property has undergone several significant modifications and has been subject to multiple compliance issues over the years. Most recently, in August 2022, a soft-story retrofit was filed, and in late 2021, there was an attempt to construct a rear deck and new ADU, valued at $125,000. This work became contentious when a complaint was filed in July 2021 regarding unpermitted construction of a deck approximately 8 feet above grade, resulting in an active building violation that remains unresolved as of this report. The building has a history of unauthorized unit modifications, with several complaints from 1993 through 1998 regarding illegal units and unauthorized garage conversions.

The property has undergone various legitimate improvements, including back landing and steps replacement in 2013, termite repairs in 2005, and condo conversion corrections in 2013. A significant development proposal is currently pending, seeking to construct a new three-unit, three-story dwelling facing O'Farrell Street on the through-lot, while maintaining the existing structure facing Terra Vista. The location has experienced typical urban issues as noted in 311 calls, including parking violations, encampment reports, and street maintenance matters, though these do not directly pertain to the building's condition or integrity. The building's permit history shows a pattern of both proper permitting and unpermitted construction attempts, with the most critical current issue being the unresolved deck construction violation from 2021.

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Risk rating

How 116-118 Terra Vista Ave'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
91stpercentile

Out of 136 buildings in this neighborhood, 12 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
93%
No DBI
violation
7%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 7%
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

116-118 Terra Vista Ave event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Jul 17
Revision 202111233052- to abate nov202180206-demo/remove one level not permitted at rear deck and sliding door. travelling with 202507171076.
$500 · Issued
Building PermitJul 17
Revision 202111233052- per fs-12 building will remain as r-3 occupancy. no fire sprinkler or fire alarm required. travelling with 202507171078.

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