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89 Roosevelt Way

Corona Heights, SF 94114 2612077 3 units · 2 fl · 1968

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Corona Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Corona Heights average of 1.3.

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 89 Roosevelt Way 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 1968
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1968
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1968
Total area3,094 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2612077
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
89 Roosevelt Way San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
October 22, 2014

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Initial analysis

The property at 89 Roosevelt Way in Corona Heights is a 2-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1968, currently owned by William C Hemenger. The building has experienced several significant challenges related to unit legalization and safety compliance over the past decades. Most recently, in 2024, there have been recurring complaints about water intrusion and potential illegal unit status in Unit #2, with similar issues reported in late 2023 regarding electrical concerns and unauthorized dwelling features. A notable cluster of building violations was documented in July 2017, addressing multiple safety and compliance issues including the need for smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and proper garbage bin placement, though these were resolved by October 2017 through various permits and work totaling approximately $3,000.

Previous improvement attempts included a proposed mezzanine addition with roof decks and sprinklers in 2016, though this permit was ultimately cancelled. The building's maintenance history shows attention to basic upkeep, with reroofing work completed in 1994 and 2001, and repairs for dry rot in 1992-1993. The property has faced ongoing scrutiny regarding unauthorized units, with multiple investigations between 2015-2017 attempting to verify additional living spaces. Planning records show attempts to legalize an unauthorized unit as recently as 2018, and there have been historical issues with short-term rentals from a possibly unpermitted unit space that was addressed in 2017. A pre-2000 inspection history indicates regular oversight from Housing Inspection Services, though the nature of these inspections was not specified in the available records.

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Risk rating

How 89 Roosevelt Way'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
15thpercentile

Out of 348 buildings in this neighborhood, 296 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
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 39%
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

89 Roosevelt Way event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jan 21
Not offensive
sidewalk structure
Planning RecordJan 12
The project proposes converting the existing UDU to bedroom, living room, and kitchenette as to legalize as an ADU would require major structural alterations and expense.

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