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1275 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0221030 7 units · 3 fl · 1951

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Nob Hill
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 1275 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 1951
2 or more units
7 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 1951
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
Units7
Floors3
Year built1951
Total area3,605 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0221030
Ownership

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

Mailing address
624 Chaparral Cir Napa CA 94558
Last sale
110718

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The seven-unit, three-story apartment building at 1275 Clay Street in Nob Hill, owned by 1275 Clay Street LLC, has undergone several significant safety upgrades and maintenance projects since its 1951 construction. Most notably, the building has completed its mandatory Tier 3 soft-story retrofit program, and in March 2023, it underwent a fire alarm system upgrade to comply with San Francisco Fire Department requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. The property has a documented history of fire safety challenges, with multiple fire code violations recorded annually between 2016 and 2023, though recent inspection records indicate some have been abated. The building has also received substantial maintenance attention, including window and siding replacement in 2003 to address water intrusion, kitchen and bathroom remodeling in 2017, and repairs to address dry rot issues in 1996.

The property has experienced periodic maintenance and safety compliance issues over the years, including multiple fire code violations requiring attention, particularly in June 2023 when violations related to sleeping area requirements, emergency lighting, and documentation were noted. A significant number of building violations were documented in 2000-2003, including issues with water damage, fire safety systems, and structural elements, all of which have since been abated. Additional improvements include HVAC upgrades with the installation of heat pumps in 2018 and various interior improvements. Recent complaints and service requests primarily relate to street-level issues, such as parking violations and sidewalk cleanliness, with no significant building-related concerns reported in recent months. The building's maintenance record shows ongoing attention to safety systems and structural requirements, though the frequency of fire code violations in recent years suggests continued diligence is required in maintaining compliance with safety standards.

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Risk rating

How 1275 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
43th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 641 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
56%
No DBI
violation
44%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 47.0%
Moderate concern 30.6%
Severe concern 22.4%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1275 Clay St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Oct 31
Sidewalk defect
collapsed sidewalk
Fire IncidentApr 06
712 Direct tie to FD, malicious false alarm

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