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1096 Pine St

Downtown, SF 94109 0253015 14 units · 5 fl · 1913

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Downtown — not a forecast
Above average
avg 6.9
12
FewerMore

This building has 12 novs (7y), above the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1096 Pine 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 1913
2 or more units
14 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM4
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 1913
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
Units14
Floors5
Year built1913
Total area13,995 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0253015
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
C/o Robert Link 3140 Geary Blvd San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The 14-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building at 1096 Pine Street, owned by Pitto 1994 Trust and constructed in 1913, has undergone significant maintenance and improvement work over the past several years. Most recently, in 2023, Unit 503 received a comprehensive $60,000 renovation including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, electrical updates including removal of a federal Pacific brand circuit, and plumbing work. The building has seen substantial infrastructure upgrades, including a 2019 project to replace 36 non-historic aluminum windows with wood Marvin Ultimate windows across levels 2-4. A notable concern emerged in 2022-2023 with water damage issues, leading to multiple violations regarding repairs to walls, ceilings, carpet, and tile. The building currently has two active boiler permit violations from 2024, though historical records show boiler work was completed in 2009. There have been recurring fire safety issues, with recent violations in 2023 regarding sprinkler services and historical problems with alarm systems and extinguishers between 2008 and 2024, though most were corrected promptly.

The property has experienced several infrastructure challenges, including elevator breakdowns (documented in 2010), multiple water-related incidents, and periods of construction dust affecting common areas. Major renovation work has been regularly performed throughout the building's history, with multiple units receiving modern updates including new kitchens, bathrooms, and electrical systems. The building's management has generally addressed violations and complaints within reasonable timeframes, though some water damage issues have persisted over multiple reporting periods. Emergency response records indicate primarily non-life-threatening incidents, including elevator rescues and system malfunctions. Recent 311 calls from 2024 primarily concern external maintenance issues like garbage and debris. The building's history shows ongoing investment in improvements, with several substantial renovation projects undertaken to maintain and upgrade the property's systems and living spaces.

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Risk rating

How 1096 Pine 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
28thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 323 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

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Predicted 12-month outcome
10%
No DBI
violation
90%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 90%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1096 Pine St event timeline

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