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155 Eureka St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2693024A 7 units · 4 fl · 1915

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

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 155 Eureka 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 1915
2 or more units
7 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
Units7
Floors4
Year built1915
Total area5,326 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2693024A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
William Plautz & Kathleen W 4516 20Th St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
October 15, 2010

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The 4-story, 7-unit multi-family residential building at 155 Eureka Street, owned by Lmp 2012 Irrevocable Trust, was constructed in 1915 and has undergone substantial recent renovations and improvements. Most notably, the property is currently undergoing a comprehensive $80,000 renovation of Unit #4, including updates to the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room, with associated plumbing work for a shower pan installation and new kitchen fixtures. Between 2020 and 2024, multiple units have received similar comprehensive updates, including Unit #3 (2021), Units #1 & #5 (2020), and Unit #2 (2021), with improvements generally including kitchen and bathroom renovations, new appliances, and electrical upgrades. The building has also successfully completed its soft-story retrofit requirements, attaining a Certificate of Final Completion.

Historically, the property has experienced several significant issues related to unauthorized construction and safety concerns. Between 2015-2016, there were multiple complaints regarding an allegedly unpermitted in-law unit construction in the rear yard, including concerns about illegal gas line connections and electrical work. These issues were eventually resolved, and in 2016 the proper permits were obtained to legalize the accessory dwelling unit. The building's fire safety systems have been maintained and upgraded, with a complete fire alarm system replacement and fire sprinkler installation in 2016, though there were some fire safety violations in 2001-2002 that were promptly addressed. Recent maintenance issues have primarily involved exterior concerns, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024 regarding encampments and debris around the property, though these are external to the building itself and not directly related to its condition or management.

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Risk rating

How 155 Eureka 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
26thpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 946 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
60%
No DBI
violation
40%
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.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 40%
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

155 Eureka St event timeline

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2025
Plumbing Permit Jan 09
Work category: 1p; shower pan installation
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