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1311-1315 South Van Ness Ave

Inner Mission, SF 94110 6519039 5 units · 3 fl · 1900

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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.7
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1311-1315 South Van Ness Ave 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 1900
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1900
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
Units5
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,950 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6519039
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Alexander & Nancy Chaudoir, 828 W Santa Inez Ave Hillsborough CA 94010
Last sale
March 08, 2000

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1315 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
1311 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1311-1315 South Van Ness Avenue, owned by the Chaudoir Family Trust, was constructed in 1900 and contains 5 units. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and safety improvements over recent years, including a completed soft-story retrofit in 2016 (in compliance with San Francisco building codes), sewer line replacement in 2021, and recent maintenance work in November 2023 involving both roofing replacement and drainage area repairs. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly in the years 2008-2013, with multiple complaints regarding plumbing problems (including leaking showers and sinks), interior damage (walls and ceilings), and safety concerns such as loose toilets and inadequate lighting in common areas. A cluster of building violations was documented in May 2000, including issues with heating, fire safety, interior surfaces, and security requirements, though these were all abated by June 22, 2000.

Recent improvements to the property suggest ongoing maintenance attention, with the most notable being the soft-story retrofit completed in 2016, which enhances seismic safety. The building has remained relatively stable in recent years, with only one routine housing inspection complaint in 2023 and no active violations as of October 2023. The surrounding area has experienced recent incidents of graffiti on public infrastructure and parking meters, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024. The property is also notable for its Carnaval Mural, which has recently undergone landmark designation proceedings as evidenced by planning records from 2024.

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Risk rating

How 1311-1315 South Van Ness Ave'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
48thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1238 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

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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

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

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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1311-1315 South Van Ness Ave event timeline

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

2026
Planning Record Jun 15
The project proposes to replace rear stairs In Kind and to replace dry rot siding as required.
Submitted
Planning ProjectJun 09
The project proposes to replace rear stairs In Kind and to replace dry rot siding as required.

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