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1114-1118 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0213006 3 units · 3 fl · 1910

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems 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
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 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 1114-1118 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 1910
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 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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1910
Total area3,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0213006
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1118 Clay St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
June 20, 1997

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1114 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1116 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1118 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The property at 1114-1118 Clay Street is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. Built in 1910 and owned by James B. Kiss, this flats and duplex-style building has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the years. Major work was completed in 2010, including a $38,000 renovation of the top two floors in multiple units, bathroom improvements, window replacements, and a full rewiring project. The building has maintained regular upkeep, with the most substantial work in recent years focusing on electrical and safety systems. In 2016, the property received multiple routine housing inspection violations related to fire safety equipment and structural maintenance requirements, all of which were promptly abated within one month.

The building's maintenance history shows consistent attention to infrastructure updates, including window replacements, bathroom renovations, and electrical system upgrades. Several street space permits have been issued over the years, indicating occasional need for temporary use of public space. Recent activity includes multiple parking enforcement requests related to driveway blocking, with the most recent incidents occurring in October 2024. Current concerns include an open tree maintenance issue from May 2024 regarding lifted sidewalk tree roots. The property has undergone various documentation changes, including a condominium conversion process, with planning records showing discussions about potential fourth-floor addition feasibility. The building's systems have been regularly updated, including heating system improvements and plumbing work, with documentation showing thorough compliance with inspection requirements. Recent 311 calls indicate ongoing attention to parking and sidewalk maintenance issues in the vicinity of the property.

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Risk rating

How 1114-1118 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
80thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 225 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1114-1118 Clay St event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 08
Blocking driveway cite tow
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 06
Blocking driveway cite only

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