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140 Gardenside Dr

Twin Peaks, SF 94131 2854004 17 units · 5 fl · 1975

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 Twin Peaks — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Twin Peaks average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 140 Gardenside Dr 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 1975
2 or more units
17 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 1975
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
Units17
Floors5
Year built1975
Total area13,061 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2854004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Alan Wu Kong Tan & Jenny Y 35718 Hillside Court Fremont CA 94536
Last sale
August 13, 2002

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Initial analysis

The 17-unit, 5-story apartment building at 140 Gardenside Drive, managed by the Alan & Jenny Tan Family Trust, has undergone several significant safety and structural improvements since its construction in 1975. Most recently, in January 2025, the building received a fire alarm system upgrade costing $65,175 to comply with current fire code requirements, including the installation of new monitoring equipment and safety features. The building completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2015, which included adding steel framing to improve structural integrity. Historical records show recurring water-related issues, with multiple repairs documented between 2003-2006 addressing leaks in balconies, exterior walls, and bathroom areas, though some moisture-related problems persisted, including mold issues reported in 2002 and 2012.

The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with violations and complaints regarding alarm systems, exit maintenance, and sprinkler systems recorded between 2018-2023. A recent violation (December 2023) regarding sleeping area requirements is currently open. While there have been several false alarms and system malfunctions recorded in the past, no civilian injuries have been reported in any fire-related incidents. The property has also experienced periodic maintenance challenges, including interior surface repairs, damaged walls and ceilings, and security concerns like a non-functional intercom system (2005-2012). The building's management has generally addressed violations and complaints within reasonable timeframes, with most historical issues being marked as resolved or abated. Recent years have seen ongoing attention to fire system maintenance, as evidenced by the completed 2025 fire alarm system upgrade.

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Risk rating

How 140 Gardenside Dr'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
34thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 114 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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 risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

140 Gardenside Dr event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Jul 07
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems

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