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39-41 Lapidge St

Mission Dolores, SF 94110 3588027 3 units · 3 fl · 1907

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Mission Dolores — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.9
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Mission Dolores average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 39-41 Lapidge 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 1907
2 or more units
3 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 1907
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
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area3,210 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3588027
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Szeto Wan Yi Li Trustee 940 Faxon Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
May 11, 1990

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39 Lapidge St, San Francisco, CA 94110
41 Lapidge St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 39-41 Lapidge Street in Mission Dolores, owned by Kok Fay Szeto Bypass Trust, was constructed in 1907 and has experienced several notable events over the past few decades. In 2017, there was a significant incident involving improper lead paint removal work, where paint chips were reportedly dispersed into an adjacent light well, though this issue was resolved by September 2017. The building has undergone routine housing inspections, including one in 2006 that identified issues with wood stairs requiring repair, and a 1990 permit application was filed to convert storage space to a garage, though this permit ultimately expired.

The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing various building-related concerns, with multiple violations noted in 2017 regarding containment systems, weather proofing on siding, and clean-up standards, among others, all of which were subsequently abated. The surrounding area has experienced typical urban challenges, as evidenced by 311 calls between 2014 and 2024 reporting issues such as graffiti, street cleaning needs, and encampments, though these are more reflective of the neighborhood environment rather than specific building issues. Recent calls in 2024 and 2019 indicate ongoing attention to street maintenance and public cleanliness in the vicinity.

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Risk rating

How 39-41 Lapidge 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
45thpercentile

Out of 799 buildings in this neighborhood, 439 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

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 37%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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39-41 Lapidge St event timeline

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2024
311 Request Feb 12
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