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1312 Cole St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1286025 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 1312 Cole 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
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 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 area3,058 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1286025
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Nancy Calhoun Vye, Ttee 11 Riviera Coto De Caza CA 92679
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The Calhoun Trust-owned property at 1312 Cole Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in the Parnassus/Ashbury Heights neighborhood, constructed in 1906. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and safety upgrades, with the most recent being a federal Pacific electrical panel replacement completed in March 2024. Historical records show three major structural interventions in 1989, including termite repairs, brick repairs, and foundation work, as well as reroofing projects in both 1989 and 2011. The property has experienced periodic maintenance issues and community concerns over the years, including recent issues with improperly stored waste receptacles (2023), sidewalk parking violations (2022), and various street cleaning needs (2016-2021). While there were instances of graffiti reported (2016, 2009), these do not appear to be ongoing concerns. A significant tenant buyout occurred in November 2024, involving three tenants and totaling $137,844.55, suggesting a major change in the building's occupancy status.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural integrity and safety systems, with the electrical system upgrade in 2024 indicating ongoing commitment to building improvements. The property has experienced typical urban issues related to waste management and street cleanliness, though these have generally been addressed through proper channels, as evidenced by the "Closed Case Resolved" status of most complaints. The 1989 structural work and termite repairs suggest attention to foundational and pest-related concerns during that period, while the 2011 reroofing project represents one of the more recent major maintenance items prior to the electrical upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 1312 Cole 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
63rdpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 195 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
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 location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Building age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 17%
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

1312 Cole St event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Dec 08
Work category: 1p; shower pan installation
Complete
Electrical PermitNov 25
Upgrade service pannel to 400 amp two meters

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