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607 15Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1629001B 2 units · 2 fl · 1915

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.5
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 607 15Th 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 1915
2 or more units
2 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 1915
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1915
Total area1,780 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1629001B
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1717 19th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 607 15th Avenue in the Central Richmond district, owned by Leonard & Ronald Lim, has experienced significant maintenance and compliance challenges over the past several years. Built in 1915, this two-story flats and duplex structure underwent several renovations and repairs between 2017 and 2022, including a substantial $51,200 remodel of the second-floor apartment and $25,000 stucco and window replacements in 2019. However, most concerning are the documented periods of construction abandonment in 2020-2021 when scaffolding was left in place for over two years, blocking daylight for top-floor residents, and reports of deteriorated living conditions including pest issues, damaged walls, and concerns about lead paint hazards. The building faced multiple violations in 2018 related to lead paint and wood trim deterioration, which were abated by October 2019.

Recent records show more construction activity, including a $11,980 reroofing project in 2022, though this permit has expired. The property has generated several 311 calls regarding external issues like sidewalk blockage, illegal postings, and tree maintenance between 2020 and 2024, with some cases remaining open as of 2023. Of particular note is an active complaint filed in May 2021 regarding expired permits and safety concerns about scaffolding, which appears to remain unresolved in the system. While some renovation work has been completed and certain violations abated, the building's maintenance history suggests a pattern of incomplete work and regulatory non-compliance that has required multiple permit renewals and generated significant resident and community concern over building conditions and safety.

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Risk rating

How 607 15Th 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
9thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2048 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
56%
No DBI
violation
44%
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.

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 44%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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607 15Th Ave event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Jan 31
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#201712116157. all work is complete
$1 · Complete
Plumbing PermitJan 31
To renew pp20211201751: to obtain final inspection for work all complete

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