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3009 Irving St

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1786034 2 units · 2 fl · 1931

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 Central Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3009 Irving 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 1931
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 1931
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 built1931
Total area3,350 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1786034
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1724 Rivera St San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 3009 Irving Street in the Central Sunset neighborhood, owned by Stuart E. and Norma M. Etzler, has experienced several significant issues in recent months. Most notably, in November 2024, multiple active violations were documented concerning lead safety regulations, interior maintenance requirements, and building safety standards, including problems with heating systems, paint conditions, and the need for proper fire extinguishers. These violations appear to be part of a broader pattern of maintenance concerns, with a historical complaint from 1996 still notable regarding water damage from an upstairs bathroom affecting the hallway wall, though this was marked as resolved in 1998. The building's permitted work includes a reroofing project from 2010 valued at over $13,000 and a sidewalk permit from 2006, with a building use designation as flats/duplex established in 1982.

The property's recent history reveals several ongoing environmental and safety compliance challenges. As of December 2024, there are active complaints regarding insufficient heating and multiple lead-related violations, while earlier complaints had documented interior maintenance issues. The building's infrastructure has seen some attention, with a roof replacement executed in 2010, though more recent maintenance appears to be lacking. The surrounding area has experienced various environmental issues, particularly concerning trees, with multiple reports of damaged trees between 2018 and 2023, including incidents of vandalism. There have also been several parking-related incidents near the property, with enforcement actions taken in 2024 and 2023.

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Risk rating

How 3009 Irving 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
48thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 423 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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3009 Irving St event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Aug 28
Common area in garage & tradesman entrance electrical (outlets & lights) is hooked up to electrical meter for 3011 irving
Electrical Inspection Division
Building Violation (NOV)Aug 04
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