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28-30 Carl St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1268014 2 units · 2 fl · 1906

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 Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 28-30 Carl 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 1906
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 1906
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 built1906
Total area2,730 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1268014
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Brody Paul R &/or Yost Dani 28-30 Carl St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
November 16, 2020

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30 Carl St, San Francisco, CA 94117
28 Carl St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 28-30 Carl Street, owned by Brody-yost Fmly Lvg Tr, has undergone significant renovations since 2021. Originally constructed in 1906, this two-story flats/duplex structure is currently undergoing substantial improvements, including the installation of a comprehensive fire safety system. Major renovations commenced in early 2021 with a $750,000 project that included horizontal and vertical additions, creation of habitable space from garage, reconfiguration of units, removal of the gable roof, and installation of a roof terrace. In 2023, the building received a new fire sprinkler system ($40,371) followed by additional sprinkler system modifications ($1). Recent work includes the installation of skylights, a fire-rated window, and upgrading the electrical system with new 400-amp service and solar panel installation.

The property has a notable history of building complaints from January 2020 regarding potentially hazardous lead paint work, though these complaints are now listed as not active. The building's safety and comfort features have been significantly improved with recent permits showing the installation of a new sprinkler monitoring system, smoke detectors, and other fire safety equipment. New mechanical systems are being added as evidenced by permits for duct mini-split systems. While there have been several parking-related 311 calls in the vicinity, these issues were primarily external to the building itself and have been resolved through normal channels. The extensive scope of permitted work and the completion of these projects suggest a substantial investment in improving the building's safety, comfort, and energy efficiency.

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Risk rating

How 28-30 Carl 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
85thpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 79 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
88%
No DBI
violation
12%
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 complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 12%
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

28-30 Carl St event timeline

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

2024
Electrical Permit Apr 02
Install 5 mini split system ref pa# pm20240312769
Complete
Plumbing PermitMar 12
Install (5) duct mini split systems

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