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935 Hyde St

Downtown, SF 94109 0278001B 16 units · 4 fl · 1922

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Downtown — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 6.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Downtown average of 6.9.

This building's 74% risk is high in absolute terms; it still rates lower-risk here because buildings in Downtown generally score worse. The colour is relative to the neighborhood, the percentage is not.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 935 Hyde 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 1922
2 or more units
16 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RC4
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 1922
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
Units16
Floors4
Year built1922
Total area11,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0278001B
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Romina Grima 236 West Portal Ave #56 San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
June 30, 1999

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The 16-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 935 Hyde Street, constructed in 1922 and currently owned by Ballinree LLC, has experienced several recurring issues and maintenance needs throughout its history. The building's fire safety systems have been a persistent concern, with multiple fire alarm system violations documented between 2019 and 2024, including recent violations in December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements and administrative fees. The building has faced significant heating system challenges, particularly evident in 2016 when there were multiple complaints about the boiler system, leading to its replacement in 2016, though similar boiler permit issues reappeared in 2013 and 2015. A major renovation project in 2017 involving unit 7 generated complaints about unauthorized work and debris management.

Recent history indicates ongoing maintenance and compliance issues, with the most recent fire violations from November 2024 related to permit requirements. The building underwent several significant maintenance projects, including a fire alarm replacement in 2019 and re-roofing work in 2015, showing some investment in building infrastructure. The property has also experienced various routine issues such as garbage management concerns (most recently documented in 2024), and there have been multiple instances of unauthorized items blocking emergency egress areas. While many historical violations have been abated, the recurring nature of certain issues, particularly regarding the fire alarm system and heating equipment, suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining compliance and resident comfort. The building's administrative records show a pattern of violations being addressed, though sometimes only after multiple complaints or inspections, indicating reactive rather than proactive maintenance response patterns.

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Risk rating

How 935 Hyde 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
69thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 139 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
26%
No DBI
violation
74%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 74%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

935 Hyde St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint May 18
General Hazardous Materials
Fire ComplaintMay 18
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems

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