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13 Surrey St

Glen Park, SF 94131 6741017 2 units · 2 fl · 1910

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 Glen Park — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Glen Park average of 1.5.

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 13 Surrey 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 1910
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 1910
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 built1910
Total area1,280 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6741017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
13 Surrey St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
October 07, 2016

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 13 Surrey Street in Glen Park, owned by Sonia Sharma, has undergone numerous significant renovations since 2013. Most notably, there was a serious complaint in April 2020 regarding dangerous conditions in Unit 13A, including foundation issues, wood rat infestations, electrical hazards, and plumbing removal, though these complaints are now listed as inactive. Recent activity includes substantial remodeling work in Unit 13B, with permits issued in 2023 for reconfiguring living spaces and updating the kitchen and bathroom, with additional permits for plumbing and electrical work in 2024 indicating installation of a tankless water heater, new bathroom fixtures, and a full electrical rewire with fire warning systems. The building has a concerning history of sewer issues, with multiple sewage backup incidents recorded between 2013-2014, suggesting persistent plumbing challenges. Additionally, there was a permit filed in 2021 for deck modifications, though its current status is unclear. Recent complaints include a noise issue from amplified sound in October 2023 and an incident with a sidewalk blockage by construction equipment in March 2021. The property has seen regular maintenance work, including a roof replacement in 2014 and various unit renovations aimed at updating and improving the living spaces over the past decade.

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Risk rating

How 13 Surrey 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
22ndpercentile

Out of 364 buildings in this neighborhood, 284 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
62%
No DBI
violation
38%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 38%
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

13 Surrey St event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Mar 16
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202308285444. all work is complete.
$1 · Complete

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