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2140 Hyde St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0094018 13 units · 4 fl · 1917

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

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 2140 Hyde 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 1917
2 or more units
13 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1917
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
Units13
Floors4
Year built1917
Total area10,782 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0094018
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Thomsen Mads, Ttee 100 Harbor Dr Unit 3603 San Diego CA 92101
Last sale
December 31, 2009

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The three-story, 13-unit multi-family residential building at 2140 Hyde Street in Russian Hill, owned by the Mads Thomsen Trust, has undergone considerable renovation and maintenance work since its construction in 1917. Most notably, a fire alarm system upgrade is currently underway (as of June 2024) to comply with safety requirements, with associated electrical work also in progress. The building underwent substantial improvements in 2010-2011, including kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units (201-204, 303-404), with new fixtures, appliances, and laundry installations. Significant fire safety issues were documented in 2020, resulting in multiple violations related to emergency lighting, exits, storage pathways, fire escapes, and alarm system maintenance, though these were subsequently abated. The building has a history of fire safety inspections and violations dating back to 2006, with previous issues including fire escape maintenance and gas utility shutoff requirements, all of which were resolved. Other maintenance records show attention to various building systems, including plumbing and electrical updates, though some permits have expired without completion verification. The property has received routine housing inspections in 2000, 2003, and 2006, with no active violations remaining on record.

Recent 311 calls (2016-2023) have primarily concerned external matters such as parking, moving vehicles, and street maintenance issues rather than building-specific concerns. While the building's history shows periodic fire safety violations, most have been promptly addressed, and the recent fire alarm system upgrade suggests ongoing commitment to maintaining safety standards. The extensive unit renovations completed between 2010-2011 improved the building's amenities significantly, though some permits from this period were marked as expired. The property has maintained compliance with housing inspection requirements, with no active violations on record as of October 2023.

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Risk rating

How 2140 Hyde 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
7thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1054 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
21%
No DBI
violation
79%
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
High failure risk 79%
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

2140 Hyde St event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Jun 03
Upgrade fire alarm system to comply with 1103.7.6.1
$38,860 · Complete
Electrical PermitApr 26
Upgrade fire alarm to comply with 1103.7.6.1

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