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623 17Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1627006 2 units · 2 fl · 1986

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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

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 623 17Th 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 1986
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1986
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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 built1986
Total area3,128 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1627006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sheung Mei Yue Mar Trustee 2252 19Th Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
April 13, 2022

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Initial analysis

The property at 623 17th Avenue is a two-unit multi-family residential building located in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Sheung Mei Yue Mar Survivin, and was constructed in 1986 following the demolition of a single-family dwelling that occurred in May 1985. The building has experienced significant plumbing issues in recent months, with multiple sewer backup incidents reported between April 8 and 23, 2024, all of which were resolved through fieldwork by PUC Sewer Operations. Most notably, there have been recurring sewage problems documented through building complaints in April 2024, prompting repair work on the sidewalk to replace the building's sewer pipe connection to the main line. These plumbing issues required a formal permit for house trap repair in May 2024.

The property has a history of various incidents affecting resident quality of life, including a significant building complaint filed in September 2021 regarding unpermitted work being conducted at night, during which construction debris was allegedly blown into the street and across sidewalks using a leaf blower. The building experienced vandalism in early 2023, with multiple reports of non-offensive graffiti that coincided with a period of enforcement challenges due to pandemic-related ordinance suspensions. There have also been several parking-related issues documented through 311 calls, including illegal parking incidents in 2021 (resulting in citations) and instances of driveway blocking. While the building's plumbing issues appear to be the most pressing current concern, the property has experienced periodic maintenance and compliance challenges over the past few years that may impact resident comfort.

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Risk rating

How 623 17Th 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
24thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1710 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
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

623 17Th Ave event timeline

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

2024
Plumbing Permit May 02
To comply w/ complaint #202422794: house trap repair.
Complete
DBI ComplaintApr 29
Date last observed: 25-apr-24; time last observed: 10:30 am; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling broken sewer; plumbing leak; plumbing installation without permit; other plumbing; ; additional information: there has been a sewage problem for the past month. currently, work is underway on the sidewalk to address it. they are replacing the sewage pipe that connects to the main sewer line.;

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