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5401 Diamond Heights Blvd

Glen Park, SF 94131 7539013 6 units · 3 fl · 1970

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Glen Park — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.5
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Glen Park average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 5401 Diamond Heights Blvd 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 1970
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1970
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1970
Total area6,743 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot7539013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Faget Carolyn Z Trustee 5401 Diamond Heights Blvd A San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale

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Initial analysis

5401 Diamond Heights Blvd is a 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1970, containing 6 units and classified as an Apartment building with 5 to 14 units. The property has undergone several significant structural improvements over the years, including a mandatory seismic retrofit in 2014 (completed), reroofing work in 2023 costing $28,000, and vinyl siding installation in 1989. A notable incident occurred in December 2017 when a car impacted the corner of the building, requiring emergency shoring support from the Fire Department and subsequent repairs in 2018. Most recently, in April 2024, multiple violations were filed regarding safety systems, including smoke and carbon monoxide detector verification and structural maintenance documentation, along with reports of water damage in the lower level, structural water damage to supporting beams, and floor issues in Unit #4.

The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to safety requirements, though there have been some concerning patterns in recent months. Between November 2024 and January 2025, multiple 311 calls were logged regarding graffiti, sidewalk cleaning issues, and litter receptacle maintenance. The property has also experienced various fire department responses over the years, including a false alarm in 2010, though no civilian injuries were reported in any incidents. As of October 2023, the building is classified as Tier 3 for soft-story compliance, with work completed and a Certificate of Final Completion issued. While the building has maintained basic structural and safety requirements through various repairs and upgrades, recent violations regarding safety systems and the reported water damage issue may require attention.

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Risk rating

How 5401 Diamond Heights Blvd'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
18thpercentile

Out of 364 buildings in this neighborhood, 298 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
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 41%
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

5401 Diamond Heights Blvd event timeline

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

2025
Electrical Permit Apr 17
Replacing a 70-amp subpanel with one of the same capacity. relocating it outside the closet. house panel
Complete
Electrical PermitApr 17
Replacing a 70-amp subpanel with one of the same capacity. relocating it outside the closet.

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