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1246 Bush St

Downtown, SF 94109 0278004A 18 units · 4 fl · 1913

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Downtown — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 6.9
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 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 1246 Bush 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
18 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 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
Units18
Floors4
Year built1913
Total area12,568 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0278004A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1717 Powell St Ste 300 San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
January 05, 2011

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Initial analysis

The 18-unit, 4-story apartment building at 1246 Bush Street, owned by 1145 Bush St LP, has undergone significant renovations and faced several maintenance challenges since its construction in 1913. The building has seen substantial improvements in recent years, particularly in 2015 when multiple units underwent comprehensive remodeling, including Unit #8's transformation with kitchen and bathroom upgrades, followed by Unit #7's renovation of kitchen and bathroom facilities in 2013. These improvements included fire sprinkler system extensions, electrical upgrades, and plumbing modifications, demonstrating active maintenance of building systems.

However, there are notable ongoing concerns that warrant attention. Most critically, there are open fire violations from December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements and sprinkler system maintenance. The building has a history of water-related issues, with recurring problems in the early 2000s involving bathroom leaks and water damage, though these were eventually resolved. A persistent issue with the fire escape drop ladder maintenance was reported in March 2023, and there have been multiple fire alarm system activations, though most were due to malfunction rather than actual fires. The property has also faced challenges with waste management as evidenced by a 2016 complaint about an overflowing compost bin and a history of garbage-related issues documented through 311 calls.

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Risk rating

How 1246 Bush 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
70thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 134 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

1246 Bush St event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Mar 26
Work category: 8p; replacement of boiler
Complete
DBI ComplaintMar 25
Date last observed: 24-feb-26; time last observed: 2:00p; floor: crawlspace; exact location: side bldg; building type: residence/dwelling mold; structural problems; ; additional information: unfinished crawlspace--odor problems, raccoons get in at night. ;

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