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29-31 Hemway Ter

Lone Mountain, SF 94117 1173001L 2 units · 3 fl · 1922

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 Lone Mountain — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lone Mountain average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 29-31 Hemway Ter 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 1922
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 1922
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
Floors3
Year built1922
Total area3,432 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1173001L
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
735 Paradise Wy Emerald Hills CA 94062
Last sale
April 16, 1993

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31 Hemway Ter, San Francisco, CA 94117
29 Hemway Ter, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 29-31 Hemway Terrace in the Lone Mountain neighborhood is a duplex structure built in 1922, currently owned by Judy A Giacometti. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past few decades, with the most recent major work being the installation of vinyl frame windows at the rear of the building in 2021, at a cost of $10,000. This project, which improved energy efficiency with U-factor rated windows, was properly permitted and follows a pattern of maintenance and upgrades to preserve the building's condition. Historical records show previous structural concerns were addressed in the late 1990s and early 1990s, including repairs to rotted posts, joists, and decking, as well as siding trim work and stairway repairs.

The property has experienced some minor issues and regulatory interactions, including a building complaint in 2003 regarding unpermitted construction work, though this case is no longer active. More recently, there have been some ongoing concerns, including an open noise complaint from July 2024 and an open sidewalk defect complaint from October 2024. The building's utility infrastructure has been upgraded, with a completed project in 2003 involving the relocation of three meters and installation of garage-related utilities. A notable recent development is the approval of a Cottage Food Operation (The Art of Chai) at the address, allowing for home-based business activity in accordance with local zoning regulations. While the building has required various repairs and upgrades over its lifetime, the most recent maintenance activities suggest ongoing attention to the property's upkeep, though current residents may want to monitor the resolution of recent complaints.

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Risk rating

How 29-31 Hemway Ter'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
54thpercentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 239 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
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 14%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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29-31 Hemway Ter event timeline

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2021
Building Permit Aug 26
Replace 10 windows at rear of the house to vinyl frame windows, not visible from street. same size and location. u factor max 0.30
$7,600 · Issued

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