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547-549 5Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1548012 3 units · 2 fl · 1906

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 547-549 5Th Ave 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
3 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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1906
Total area2,996 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1548012
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1347 Waterford Green Close Marietta GA 30068
Last sale
December 14, 2016

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547 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
549 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 547-549 5th Avenue in the Inner Richmond is a 2-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1906, currently owned by Fredric I & Janet L Weitz. The building has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple compliance issues over the past decade. Most recently, in 2018, there was a gas line repair completed, and in 2016, three windows were replaced in the front facade with energy-efficient units. A notable cluster of violations occurred in 2012-2016, including a July 2016 incident involving uncontained lead paint work, which was abated within days, and earlier violations in 2012 regarding improper bathroom remodeling, dry rot issues, and inadequate bathroom finishes. The building has seen regular maintenance and upgrades, including a 200-amp service upgrade with three meters in 2013, reroofing work in 2014 (though originally cited for permit issues), and the replacement of rear stairs and deck in 2010.

Recent history shows increased attention to parking enforcement in the area, with multiple citations issued between 2023-2024 for vehicles parking on the sidewalk near the property. The most serious historical incident on record was a motor overheating incident (code 442), though no civilian injuries were reported. The building has maintained active compliance with most building codes since the resolution of earlier violations, completing required repairs and upgrades within stipulated timeframes.

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Risk rating

How 547-549 5Th Ave'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
40thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1034 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Building age

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
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

547-549 5Th Ave event timeline

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2023
311 Request Jul 28
Parking on sidewalk
White - Mercedes 4D - 8WFL844
311 RequestJun 11
Parking on sidewalk

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