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936 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

2
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
70
311 Calls
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

26
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 26% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The 19-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 936 South Van Ness Avenue, owned by Whelan Family Partners, has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements since its construction in 1925. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016, which included installation of new reinforced foundations and shearwalls, demonstrating compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements.

The building's recent history shows recurring maintenance challenges and safety concerns, particularly in 2023-2024, with multiple fire safety violations documented, including a currently open violation related to sleeping area requirements from December 2023. The property has experienced various tenant service issues, including recurrent water problems, with the most recent complaint filed in August 2024 regarding water leakage affecting the kitchen. Historical complaints reveal a pattern of maintenance challenges, including heating system failures, plumbing issues, and pest control problems, particularly notable between 2010-2018.

The building has maintained compliance with major safety upgrades, as evidenced by the completed installation of Ufer grounding in 2016, though several fire safety violations remain unaddressed or were only recently resolved. While the building has a history of fire safety violations dating back to 2005, most have been addressed, with the exception of some current concerns related to fire extinguisher maintenance and emergency lighting. The building's infrastructure has benefited from various improvements over the years, including foundation work in 2008, though older records from 1998 indicate some past maintenance issues, such as an expired reroofing permit.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Inner Mission.

Building Characteristics

Total units 19
Year built 1925
Total area 13760 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more
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Key Building Statistics

2
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
1
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
70
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
0
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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936 South Van Ness Ave Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Whelan Family Partners1353 Ulloa St San Francisco CA 94116

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936 South Van Ness Ave Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 936 South Van Ness Ave, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-01 08:22:41+00:00 General Request Recology - Abandonedpublic_worksbsm complaint Closed
2025-06-30 10:14:03+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrismattress Closed
2025-06-27 16:39:58+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrismattress Closed
2025-06-27 12:19:48+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrismattress Closed
2025-06-14 20:22:14+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisother_bagged_boxed_contained_garbage Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2024-08-06 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesWater from the unit above is leaking into the kitchen. caller wants this repaired asap. caller has had to throw away all of the food and items that were wet. Not Active View on DBI
2023-03-01 00:00:00+00:002023-03-29 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesCommon areas Not Active View on DBI
2018-11-20 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesIn unit, kitchen and bathroom --- since 11 - 12 last night, no hot water Not Active View on DBI
2018-09-25 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesIntercom does not work. Not Active View on DBI
2015-10-28 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesWindow covered in mold inside bathroom, painting is peeling and cracking constantly on tenants child's bed. Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-03-01T00:00:00.000Z maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc) on reinspection day, property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to demonstrate the workability of the fire escape ladders. or provide a written and signed report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have been tested and are functional or you are required to lower the ladder on re-inspection day to verify its proper full release. all fire escape drop ladders must be maintained and serviced annually, particularly the cable and all moving parts. lubricate and drop the ladder at least once a year. building sectionnot active
2023-03-01T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfbc 420.4, 907.2.11 and 3401.6.1 ) complete the 604 affidavit provided for self certification for structural maintenance. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, send to inspector yee at 49 south van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94103, fax to (628) 652-3709 or email the forms to dennis.yee@sfgov.org. building sectionnot active
2023-03-01T00:00:00.000Z provide date tag for all fire extinguishers (905 hc) located at gas meter of the property. building sectionnot active
2023-03-01T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. inspector yee performed a routine safety inspection of public and common areas. chapters 1, 2, & 3 of the san francisco housing code require that the department of building inspection perform periodic health & safety inspections of residential property. this routine inspection was conducted to assure that all requirements have been met per attached routine inspection checklist. 936 s. van ness building sectionnot active
2023-03-01T00:00:00.000Z provide for compliance affidavit (sfbc 420.4, 907.2.11 and 3401.6.1 ) complete the affidavit provided for self certification for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, send to inspector yee at 49 south van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94103, fax to (628) 652-3709 or email the forms to dennis.yee@sfgov.org. building sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2023-12-04T00:00:00.000Z936 South Van Ness Avesleeping area requirements open
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2024-08-05 00:00:00+00:00520 Water problem, otherNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 936 South Van Ness Ave.

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Planning Records

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Tenant Buyouts

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