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436 Lyon St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1199020 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 North Panhandle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 436 Lyon 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
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area1,830 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1199020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Means Lela Sunnyday Ttee 1164 Church St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
September 21, 2018

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Initial analysis

The property at 436 Lyon Street in Park North is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, currently owned by the Lela Sunnyday Means Revocable Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past five years, with the most recent work including final inspections being completed in October 2024, and multiple plumbing updates in 2023-2024, including shower pan installations and new plumbing for bathroom and kitchen. Major improvements between 2018-2020 included a reroofing project ($15,500), foundation replacement ($55,000), and the installation of solar PV infrastructure.

The property has a documented history of maintenance issues and building violations, particularly between 2013-2018, when inspectors identified problems including lead paint hazards, window repairs needed, and general exterior maintenance requirements. The property was cited for lead hazard violations in November 2018, which were not abated until February 2023. Historical complaints from 2013-2014 described the building as "very decrepit" with peeling paint, and there were multiple complaints about the vacant condition of the property during this period. Recent construction activity has generated complaints from neighbors regarding excessive noise and disruption in 2020-2022, though these issues were addressed by building inspectors. The property is currently active with ongoing improvements, including recent electrical and plumbing upgrades, and has a valid permit for solar panel installation (2021).

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Risk rating

How 436 Lyon 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
62ndpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 303 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
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.

Building age

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
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

436 Lyon St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Mar 16
Solar permit: mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, of 240 vac, with 13.50 kwh each in capacity, ess units will not be closer than 3 feet | energy storage system (battery) w/ 13.50 kwh energy storage capacity
$19,000 · Issued

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