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1100 Gough St

Van Ness/ Civic Center, SF 94109 0720037 103 units · 18 fl · 1964

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 Van Ness/ Civic Center — not a forecast
Above average
avg 6.9
37
FewerMore

This building has 37 novs (7y), above the Van Ness/ Civic Center average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1100 Gough 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 1964
2 or more units
103 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 1964
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
Units103
Floors18
Year built1964
Total area113,527 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0720037
Ownership

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

Mailing address
222 Front St Fl 7 San Francisco CA 94111
Last sale

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Initial analysis

Carillon Tower, located at 1100 Gough Street, is an 18-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1964 with 103 units. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, most notably regarding its sprinklers, fire alarm system, and boiler operations. In October 2024, there was a malfunction of the inner stairwell fire alarm system reported, and as of December 2024, there are open violations related to the highrise sprinkler system compliance schedule and sleeping area requirements. The building has undergone various fire safety upgrades, including a major fire alarm system improvement in 2022 costing nearly $500,000, though multiple fire code violations have continued to be issued throughout 2023 and 2024, particularly regarding sprinkler systems, standpipes, and emergency lighting.

The property has faced recurring issues with its windows and water management systems, particularly affecting Unit 19E, with multiple complaints filed regarding water intrusion between 2021-2022. There were also concerns about illegal units and safety violations on the second floor reported in September 2023, suggesting unauthorized residential use and inadequate fire escape access. The building's mechanical systems have seen regular upgrades and maintenance, including several boiler and heating system replacements between 2016-2023, though there have been periodic violations regarding boiler permit renewals. Recent work includes plumbing updates in 2023, such as replacing valves and piping in the boiler room area and updating backflow devices. Various fire incidents have been recorded, though none resulted in civilian injuries, with the most common issues being false alarms, water problems, and elevator rescues. The building's management has generally addressed violations and completed numerous repair projects, though several active complaints regarding lead paint, water damage, and interior surface issues remain pending resolution.

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Risk rating

How 1100 Gough 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
12thpercentile

Out of 85 buildings in this neighborhood, 75 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
8%
No DBI
violation
92%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 92%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1100 Gough St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Aug 05
Blocked Exits
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 01
No permit to operate the boiler. serial no v312200685, cmc 1022. monthly monitoring fee applies. code sec: sfbc 110a, table 1a-k

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