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805 Lake St

Lake Street, SF 94118 1369001 5 units · 2 fl · 1916

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Lake Street — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lake Street average of 0.6.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 805 Lake 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 1916
2 or more units
5 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 1916
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1916
Total area4,264 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1369001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Greg Leon 4096 Piedmont Ave #388 Oakland CA 94611
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The 805 Lake Street property is a 5-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1916, currently owned by the Leon Family Survivors Trust. The building has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, most notably a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in 2021 that included the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire code requirements. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety regulations. Historical records show past fire safety concerns, with multiple violations in 2000 regarding combustible storage and fire proofing materials, though these were resolved by 2002. There were also plumbing issues, with several sewage backup incidents reported between 2021-2023, suggesting ongoing challenges with the building's sewer infrastructure. The property has experienced periodic maintenance issues over its history, including a damaged tub enclosure in 2001 and structural repairs for dry rot in 1997.

Recent 311 calls indicate some ongoing maintenance needs, including a sewer backup incident in September 2023, and there have been multiple illicit parking issues reported in the vicinity. A routine fire safety inspection in 2000 revealed multiple fire safety violations, including problems with combustible storage and fire proofing materials, though these were subsequently addressed. The building's fire safety record shows three registered incidents between 440-700 situations, though none resulting in civilian injuries. While the property has faced various challenges over the years, it has generally addressed major safety and maintenance concerns, as evidenced by the completion of numerous building permits related to system upgrades and structural improvements.

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Risk rating

How 805 Lake 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
20thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 528 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
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

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
Moderate failure risk 29%
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

805 Lake St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Nov 05
Other parking type
defaced ok
Plumbing PermitMay 29
Work category: 2pa; install 5 automatic earthquake gas shut off valve inside garage.

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