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1016-1020 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0212010 3 units · 3 fl · 1908

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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

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 1016-1020 Clay 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 1908
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1908
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area4,170 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0212010
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1020 Clay St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
July 21, 2006

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1020 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1016 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1018 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The 1908, three-unit multi-family residential building at 1016-1020 Clay Street in Nob Hill, currently owned by Mirek & Alena Kucera, has experienced several significant maintenance issues and violations over recent years. Most notably, from 2014-2016, the building faced multiple housing code violations related to stair safety, interior surfaces, and plumbing, including problematic stairs with dry rot, drainage issues, and damaged ceilings. During 2015, there were serious tenant complaints about a leaking roof causing mold and mildew, non-functional windows, and deteriorating flooring. A routine inspection in 2016 confirmed ongoing concerns.

The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with stairs, both front and back, requiring multiple repairs between 2003 and 2014, along with various interior surface problems. There were also historical violations from 2001 regarding fire safety, including concerns about smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, though these were later abated. A particularly concerning matter involved illegal short-term rentals by owner Alena Kucera between 2016-2019, resulting in multiple neighborhood complaints about safety, noise, and garbage. More recently, there have been recurring reports of street cleaning issues near the property, with multiple cases of debris and abandoned furniture documented in 2023-2024.

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Risk rating

How 1016-1020 Clay 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
55thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 506 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
67%
No DBI
violation
33%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Building size

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

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 33%
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

1016-1020 Clay St event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Oct 29
To comply with nov 201460151 and 202541212 items 2: 2 stairs in the back of bldg repair and portion of railing repair and bottom lending. non street visible, less than 50% repair.
$800 · Issued
Building Violation (NOV)Aug 05
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