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40-44 Pleasant St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0221021 3 units · 3 fl · 1906

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 40-44 Pleasant 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 1906
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 1906
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 built1906
Total area3,230 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0221021
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Chiodo Janice & Timothy E T 44 Pleasant St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
July 24, 2019

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42 Pleasant St, San Francisco, CA 94108
44 Pleasant St, San Francisco, CA 94108
40 Pleasant St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 40-44 Pleasant Street in Nob Hill, owned by the Chiodo Family Living Trust, was constructed in 1906 and has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work over the years. Most recently, in 2016, the property underwent substantial renovations including new kitchen countertops, bathroom updates, and complete fixture replacements in all three units, with associated electrical and plumbing work totaling $21,000. Earlier improvements included a $25,000 wooden roof deck replacement in 2008, comprehensive plumbing fixture updates in 2016, and various electrical system upgrades. The building experienced multiple fire safety violations in late 2009 that were resolved by April 2010, including issues with fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and egress obstructions. Between 2014-2016, there were several complaints regarding unauthorized short-term rental activity, which ultimately led to a conversion attempt of three one-bedroom units to transient hotel use, though these matters were marked as abated.

The property has maintained active upkeep, including foundation work completed in 1995, bay window repairs in 1996, and multiple updates to windows and bathroom fixtures in the 1980s. Recent history shows the building has had limited structural issues, with the most significant recent activity being routine repairs and updates. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance and upgrading of essential systems, while the 311 call records from 2023-2024 primarily consist of parking enforcement issues in the vicinity rather than building-related concerns. A single minor fire alarm activation was recorded with no injuries or damage. There have been periodic street space usage permits, most recently in 2016, suggesting occasional use of public space for building-related activities.

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Risk rating

How 40-44 Pleasant 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
67thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 371 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
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
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 (ZIP code)

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

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.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 26%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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40-44 Pleasant St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 20
Encampment
Encampment
311 RequestFeb 15
Parking on sidewalk

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