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1803-1809 Cabrillo St

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1662001 4 units · 2 fl · 1922

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 1803-1809 Cabrillo 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 1922
2 or more units
4 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 1922
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area3,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1662001
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Dennis J Ming Trustee 40 Iris Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
—

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1807 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1803 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1805 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1809 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1803-1809 Cabrillo Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by the Ming Family Trust, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Built in 1922, the property has been the subject of numerous complaints and violations, most notably regarding interior and exterior paint conditions. In 2022, serious concerns were raised about peeling paint creating lead hazard risks, with a violation that remained active until May 2024. More recent complaints from early 2024 (Jan-Mar 2024) highlighted issues with deteriorating facade paint, black mold, dry rot, and cracked exterior surfaces. A pattern of maintenance neglect is evidenced by a 2017 complaint about peeling paint and multiple routine inspections dating back to 1999.

The building's permit history shows some attempts at maintenance, including stair repairs in 2004 and a reroofing project in 2000, though the latter permit expired without completion. Current active violations (as of 2024) include multiple fire safety concerns, such as the need to repair fire proofing, address combustible storage issues, and provide a gas utility shutoff tool. There have also been recurring issues with building permits, both required and neglected. Recent activity outside the building (2024) shows multiple reports of abandoned furniture and debris on or near the property, as well as a flooding incident, though these are less directly related to the building's structural and safety conditions. The building's record indicates an ongoing pattern of maintenance challenges, with some issues remaining unaddressed for extended periods, particularly regarding lead paint hazards and safety compliance.

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Risk rating

How 1803-1809 Cabrillo 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
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Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2250 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
22%
No DBI
violation
78%
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.

Number of units

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 78%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1803-1809 Cabrillo St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Sep 16
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Parking Enforcement
311 RequestSep 15
Abandoned vehicle

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