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40 Rutland St

Visitacion Valley, SF 94134 6178003 2 units · 2 fl · 1920

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Visitacion Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Visitacion Valley 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 40 Rutland 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 1920
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1920
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
Floors2
Year built1920
Total area3,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6178003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Roger & Mary F Tonna, Trust P.O. Box 2065 Livermore CA 94551
Last sale
August 16, 1999

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400 Wilde Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134
40 Rutland St, San Francisco, CA 94134
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Initial analysis

The property at 40 Rutland Street in Visitacion Valley, owned by the Tonna Revoc Trust Dtd 11/13, is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1920, containing two units in a flat and store configuration. The building has undergone numerous significant modifications and faced several regulatory challenges over the years. Most notably, there were substantial unauthorized modifications in 2010-2011 when the commercial space was converted into two residential units, creating violations related to illegal unit conversion, unauthorized electrical work, and unauthorized plumbing modifications. These issues were partially addressed through subsequent permits, including a 2023 filing for upgrades to bathrooms and kitchens in all four units. Current active violations as of December 2021 involve the conversion of an accessible bathroom into an unauthorized kitchen. More recently, in August 2024, complaints were filed regarding an illegally installed box roof drain scupper above a unit entrance causing water flow into the public right-of-way. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including electrical service upgrades (2008), bathroom renovations, and various repair works, though these have sometimes been prompted by violations or complaints. Historical records indicate some fire safety concerns, including blocked exits and hazardous materials incidents in 2013 and 2015, though these were resolved promptly. Tenant buyout records from 2016 and 2018 suggest previous unit relocation activity, with buyout amounts of $20,000 and $10,000 for two and one tenants respectively.

The property has a documented history of tenant complaints and repair requests through 311 calls, particularly relating to garbage and debris issues on the property (most recently in early 2025), though these are primarily external maintenance concerns. The building's complex history of unauthorized modifications and subsequent attempts to rectify these issues, combined with the recent complaints about plumbing infrastructure, indicates ongoing challenges with building code compliance and maintenance. The most recent major planned improvements (as of 2023) appear to be aimed at bringing the building closer to current regulatory standards, though the status of these improvements and their impact on the building's current condition is not fully documented in the available records.

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Risk rating

How 40 Rutland 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
16thpercentile

Out of 214 buildings in this neighborhood, 180 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 27%
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

40 Rutland St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 06
Other illegal parking
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 21
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