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1503 Dolores St

Noe Valley, SF 94110 6616031 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

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 1503 Dolores 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,140 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6616031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1503 Dolores St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
July 29, 2011

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1503 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
1503 A Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 1503 Dolores St, located in Noe Valley, was constructed in 1900 and contains two units. The property has undergone numerous renovations and repairs over the past decade, with particular focus on the rear deck and stair structure. Most notably, there is an ongoing active building violation (opened in September 2020) regarding unauthorized expansion of the third-floor deck dimensions and area, which remains unresolved as of October 2023. Recent work includes a July 2023 permit for enlarging a basement sliding door opening to the backyard, which does not comply with a previous notice related to underpinning and footing requirements.

The building has seen significant infrastructure improvements, including a complete electrical system upgrade in 2021 with new distribution panels for both units and a dedicated EV charger circuit. Major plumbing work has been performed including sewer lateral replacement (2018), house trap installation (2012), and various bathroom renovations (2011). The property has faced several maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly concerning exterior structures, with multiple permits related to termite and dry rot repairs, exterior siding work, and deck reconstruction. Recent building inspections in 2024 identified concerns about a possibly dangerous tree in the yard, and there were reports of rodent/insect infestation earlier this year. The property's history includes multiple complaints regarding unauthorized construction work, particularly related to deck and stair modifications, though many of these complaints have been resolved or closed over time. Separate from building issues, there have been recurring concerns about street parking violations and sidewalk access, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for parking enforcement between 2022 and 2024.

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Risk rating

How 1503 Dolores 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
5thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1785 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
39%
No DBI
violation
61%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 61%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1503 Dolores St event timeline

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2025
Planning Record Aug 25
Block Book Notice
Closed - Approved
Planning RecordJun 23
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