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540 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108

3
Complaints
1
Fire Incidents
51
311 Calls
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

26
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 26% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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540 Stockton Street is a 4-story, 11-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1922, currently owned by the Zaleka Partnership LP and located in the Financial District North neighborhood. The building has undergone numerous renovations over the years, with significant unit upgrades occurring between 2007 and 2012, including kitchen and bathroom remodels in units 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9, totaling several hundred thousand dollars in improvements.

Recent maintenance activity includes boiler and backflow system work completed in 2023, with the installation of new 400-amp 3-phase service in 2010 representing a major electrical system upgrade. The property has experienced various compliance and safety issues over its history, with the most recent concerns including a 2024 complaint about entry signaling devices and multiple reports of garbage and debris in 2024. Previous violations included problems with fire safety systems (sprinkler/standpipe systems, alarm systems, and extinguishers), rodent infestations, and unauthorized vacation rentals in several units.

A significant period of unauthorized construction work was reported in 2007-2009, during which time the owner allegedly attempted to convert the building to a boutique hotel. The building has been subject to periodic fire safety inspections, with most issues being promptly corrected, though a recent 2024 fire complaint regarding sprinkler/standpipe systems was found to have no merit. The property has maintained active records with the Department of Building Inspection, demonstrating regular updates and compliance efforts, particularly regarding fire safety systems and unit improvements.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Financial District North.

Building Characteristics

Total units 11
Year built 1922
Total area 7320 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A5 - Apartment 5 to 14 Units
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Key Building Statistics

3
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
7
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
1
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
51
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
0
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

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540 Stockton St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Zaleka Partnership LpTim Brinkman 837 Mason St San Francisco CA 94108

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540 Stockton St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 540 Stockton St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-05-21 01:01:31+00:00 Residential Building DBI - Housing Inspectiongeneral_maintenance_not_in_list_aboveNone Closed
2025-05-16 09:37:54+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisfurniture Closed
2025-04-28 18:53:39+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrisfurniture Closed
2025-04-14 14:07:26+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrishuman_waste_or_urine Closed
2025-03-11 15:59:24+00:00 General Request MTA - Access/Mobility Services Receivedmunicipal_transportation_agencyscooters request_for_service Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2024-04-18 00:00:00+00:002024-05-29 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesNo entry signalling device Not Active View on DBI
2021-02-21 00:00:00+00:002021-10-05 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRodent infestation and unauthorized entry of strangers Not Active View on DBI
2018-01-12 00:00:00+00:00NoneBuilding Inspection DivisionDate last observed: 11-jan-18; time last observed: 8:45am; identity of person performing the work: not visible. can only hear con; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; ; additional information: construction work being performed with loud saws, drills and hammers around north side rear of building since middle of last month. no identified work trucks or signs to inquire how long this project will take. no permit found online.; Not Active View on DBI
2016-04-06 00:00:00+00:002016-07-15 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesRoutine safety inspection Not Active View on DBI
2013-10-25 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesIllegal unit, Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-04-18T00:00:00.000Z inspectors comment this property is due for a routine inspection of the common areas. building sectionnot active
2024-04-18T00:00:00.000Z provide door signal device (1132a.10 cbc) at the time of inspection no entry signal device was observed. every primary entrance to a covered multi-family dwelling unit shall be provided with a door buzzer, bell, chime, or equivalent. provide an entry door signal system. building sectionnot active
2024-04-18T00:00:00.000Z inspectors comment it is the property owners responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. important note: due to the violations noted, this property is defined as a nuisance per sec. 1001-d of the sfhc. please review the attached "notice of violation warnings" for information regarding failure to comply with this notice. building sectionnot active
2021-02-21T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. inspector yee investigated the complaint at the subject property and observed violation(s) of the san francisco housing code which are delineated within the notice of violation issued. pertinent observations are as follows: see report. 1040 stockton building sectionnot active
2021-02-21T00:00:00.000Z provide weather tight seal at the bottom of door (1001 hc) located at all tenants' doors as required. other sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

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Building Permits

Permit records for 540 Stockton St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

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Tenant buyout records for the property.

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