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726-728 Clement St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1425023 3 units · 3 fl · 1902

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 726-728 Clement 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 1902
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
INCLEM
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 1902
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1902
Total area5,408 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1425023
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
413 3rd St Oakland CA 94607
Last sale
December 17, 2019

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728 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
726 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 726-728 Clement Street is a three-story mixed-use building constructed in 1902, containing three residential units and ground-floor retail space, currently owned by Steven Wong. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over the past decade, with the most recent major incident being a fire on October 28, 2023, that resulted in fire, smoke, and water damage to the restaurant portion, leading to active violations requiring repairs to destroyed ceiling structures and fire damage ($20,000 permit filed December 2024). Water damage has been a recurring problem, with the most recent moisture-related work completed in 2024 involving sheetrock repair, insulation installation, and electrical upgrades on the ground floor ($7,000).

The building's history shows persistent plumbing and structural challenges, including multiple incidents of water intrusion affecting neighboring properties (2002, 2009, 2011), sewer issues (2011), and concerns about an unauthorized roof structure over the west side walkway (2011). Several permits from 2010-2012 document various improvements, including the installation of a fire suppression system, kitchen renovations, and electrical rewiring work, particularly related to the commercial space. More recent concerns were documented in November 2023 regarding the improper management of fire debris, which attracted multiple cleanup complaints. The building's permit history shows ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts, with active violations remaining from both the 2023 fire incident and a 2011 roof construction issue that require attention.

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Risk rating

How 726-728 Clement 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
13thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1499 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
60%
No DBI
violation
40%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 40%
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

726-728 Clement St event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Mar 21
Remodel 3 bathrooms and remodel kitchen. install & replace furnace inside attic. upgrade electrical new panel. no new wall & no existing wall relocation. number of plumbing fixtures remain the same. new lighting shall comply with cec 150.0 (k)3 & (k)5
$48,000 · Complete
Plumbing PermitMar 21
Remodel 3 bathroom, 2 laundry room and kitchen. 2 shower pan . 5 inspections.

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