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2690 Great Hwy

Outer Parkside, SF 94116 2449026 21 units · 3 fl · 1962

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Outer Parkside
Above average
avg 1.7
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the Outer Parkside average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2690 Great Hwy 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 1962
2 or more units
21 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1962
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
Units21
Floors3
Year built1962
Total area21,423 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2449026
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Brian Veit 1798 Great Hwy Apt 3 San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
040320

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Initial analysis

The 21-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2690 Great Highway in the Outer Parkside neighborhood, owned by 2690 Grt Hwy LLC, was constructed in 1962 and has undergone significant renovations and faced several maintenance challenges over the past decade. Most notably, the building completed a substantial modernization project including the addition of 7 accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in 2017, and achieved soft-story retrofit compliance. Recent building improvements include exterior work in 2020 involving siding replacement and window upgrades, along with recent electrical system updates in 2023 comprising a stove circuit installation and sub-panel replacement. The property has experienced recurring elevator issues, with multiple complaints between 2013-2018 regarding malfunctioning service, and has faced several fire safety compliance concerns, most recently in 2024 with violations for exit maintenance and extinguishers, and a 2023 violation for sleeping area requirements. Building maintenance history shows attention to fire safety systems, with regular inspections and repairs, though there have been periods of non-compliance requiring multiple violations to be addressed, including issues with fire escapes and emergency lighting. The property has undergone extensive unit renovations from 2010-2019, including kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units, though there have been historical concerns about unauthorized construction work and unpermitted installations, as noted in a 2020 complaint investigation.

The property has experienced several building violations between 2016-2019 that were eventually abated, including issues with fire escape ladders, weatherproofing, and smoke/carbon monoxide alarm requirements. Recent maintenance records indicate ongoing efforts to address building systems, though periodic violations suggest some challenges with maintaining compliance with all safety requirements. The building's location has also experienced typical urban environment issues as documented in 311 calls, mostly relating to street cleaning and maintenance matters. Recent planning records confirm various exterior improvements including window replacements and stucco repairs, demonstrating ongoing investment in building maintenance and improvements, though there have been occasional concerns about unauthorized short-term rental operations in the past. The property's fire incident history shows no civilian injuries reported, with most incidents being routine service calls or equipment-related matters. The building is classified as Tier 2 under the soft-story program, indicating completed seismic improvements with a Certificate of Final Completion issued.

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Risk rating

How 2690 Great Hwy'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
0th percentile

Out of 207 buildings in this neighborhood, 207 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
15%
No DBI
violation
85%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 6.9%
Moderate concern 48.0%
Severe concern 45.2%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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