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729 Douglass St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 2830026 2 units · 3 fl · 1906

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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

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 729 Douglass 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 1906
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 1906
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
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area3,962 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot2830026
Ownership

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

Mailing address
729 Douglass St San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 729 Douglass Street in Noe Valley, owned by R & Martha Soto Santos, was constructed in 1906 and has undergone several significant modifications, most notably a vertical addition to increase its height from three to four stories. This major construction work, approved under permit #9407079, was initially permitted but experienced multiple permit expirations and renewals between 2000 and 2015, generating several building violations related to expired permits. The final inspections for various completed works were consolidated and successfully completed in 2015 under multiple permit numbers, including fire sprinkler installations and other improvements worth significant sums.

More recent issues have centered around drainage concerns in the rear yard area, with multiple complaints filed in 2019 regarding improper water drainage from a large porcelain tile installation, which was reported to be affecting adjacent properties. The most recent violation from 2019 was resolved in 2022, though it indicated possible drainage code violations affecting the property line wall. The building's recent history shows proper resolution of major construction compliance issues from the 2000s, though the property has experienced some recurrence of drainage-related concerns in its external spaces. The building's plumbing and electrical systems have undergone various improvements over the years, including the installation of fire sprinklers, under-tile floor heating, and other modernization efforts, with the most recent permits in 2015 indicating proper completion of previously outstanding work.

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Risk rating

How 729 Douglass 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
18thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1541 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
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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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.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 43%
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

729 Douglass St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jul 23
Date last observed: 02-jul-26; floor: 3rd & 4th ; unit: 729; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling plumbing installation without permit; kitchen/bathroom remodel w/o permit; other plumbing; ; additional information: extensive plumbing work performed to connect one mr. steam unit to the primary bedroom bathroom and a second mr. steam unit to a second bathroom located on 4th floor. plumbing work performed on 3rd floor at bathroom and laundry room located adjacent to the kitchen. new owner claims ;
Plumbing Inspection Division
Building PermitJan 13
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 94070795, 200004248032. all work is complete.

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