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1212 Willard St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1266024 9 units · 3 fl · 1924

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1212 Willard 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 1924
2 or more units
9 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 1924
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
Units9
Floors3
Year built1924
Total area6,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1266024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Richard M & Randa M Dudum T 1 San Fernando Way San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
July 22, 1999

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Initial analysis

1212 Willard Street is a 9-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1924, currently owned by Richard M & Randa M Dudum. The property has undergone significant improvements and maintenance over the past decade, with the most recent work focused on window repairs and electrical system upgrades. Currently in progress as of late 2024, the building is undergoing repairs to address window rot on the front facade, following exploratory work on corbels and trim. Recent electrical work completed in 2024 includes major upgrades to Apartment 4's wiring, receptacles, and lighting systems, continuing a pattern of electrical system modernization that began in 2020-2022.

The building has maintained a proactive approach to maintenance and safety, evidenced by a completed voluntary seismic upgrade in 2010, installation of a new fire alarm system in 2018, and various window and door replacements to preserve the building's historical character. While there were some significant maintenance issues in 2000 related to interior surfaces, mold, and bathroom facilities, these were resolved within three months. The most recent building violation regarding fire proofing from March 2024 was abated by April 2024. The property's utilities and systems have been regularly updated, with recent electrical work focusing on compliance and modernization. The building's exterior and surrounding area have experienced typical urban maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding graffiti, street space concerns, and sidewalk defects, though these are primarily municipal infrastructure matters rather than building-specific issues.

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Risk rating

How 1212 Willard 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
8thpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 484 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
37%
No DBI
violation
63%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Number of units

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Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 63%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1212 Willard St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 01
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 28
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