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6112 California St

Lake Street, SF 94121 1383020 8 units · 2 fl · 1960

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 6112 California 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 1960
2 or more units
8 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1960
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
Units8
Floors2
Year built1960
Total area7,210 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1383020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1539a Clay St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
September 14, 1995

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The 8-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 6112 California Street, owned by Dennis & Donna Wong, was constructed in 1960 in the Lake -- The Presidio neighborhood. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over its history, most notably in July 2003 when multiple fire safety violations were documented, including problems with fire proofing, combustible storage, egress obstructions, fire extinguisher maintenance, central alarm system repairs, smoke enclosure door closers, fire escape ladder maintenance, and the need for a gas utility shutoff tool - all of which were abated by August 2003. In 2007-2008, there were serious concerns about the garage area including exposed leaking pipes, mold/mildew, inadequate lighting, and unsafe electrical cords, though these issues were eventually resolved. The building underwent some exterior maintenance in 2000, including stucco repairs and removal of stucco face, and in 2008 a gas water heater was properly raised to code compliance. A more recent issue arose in 2015 regarding lead-based paint concerns, which were addressed within a month.

Recent history shows ongoing maintenance and safety attention is required at this location, though most issues have been addressed promptly. The building's exterior has required various repairs and maintenance, including a street space permit in 2015 and a significant focus on weatherproofing and paint maintenance. Recent 311 calls from 2020 to 2024 have primarily concerned the surrounding area rather than the building itself, with reports of sidewalk cleaning needs, waste management issues, and shared space violations. While the building has had its share of challenges, the majority of documented violations and complaints have been resolved, though some recurring maintenance issues are evident in the property history.

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Risk rating

How 6112 California 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
7thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 614 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
46%
No DBI
violation
54%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

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

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 54%
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

6112 California St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Sep 11
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