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1086-1088 Fulton St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 0778012A 6 units · 3 fl · 1900

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 Alamo Square — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Alamo Square average of 2.3.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1086-1088 Fulton 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 1900
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1900
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area6,633 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0778012A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Richard M & Glenda M Chenie 100 Green St San Francisco CA 94111
Last sale
November 30, 1988

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1088 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1086 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 1086-1088 Fulton Street in Alamo Square, owned by Richard & Glenda Chenier Trust, has undergone significant improvements since its 1900 construction. Between 2019 and 2022, the property completed a major upgrade project that included adding two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the attic space, installing a comprehensive fire sprinkler system, and modernizing safety features with new fire alarms and detectors throughout the building. The building underwent substantial unit renovations, including reconfiguring Units 1 and 2, remodeling Unit 3, and updates to plumbing systems including new water heaters and fixtures.

Recent history indicates some concerns during construction periods, particularly in early 2023 when there were complaints about doubled utility bills and unresolved structural issues related to construction work. In 2021, there were multiple reports of electrical issues suggesting potential problems with utility meter separation. The building has maintained active compliance with safety regulations, evidenced by regular safety inspections and prompt addressing of violations, such as the 2008 fire escape maintenance issues which were resolved within one month. Recent improvements include updated fire safety systems, individual unit upgrades with new kitchens and baths, and electrical system modernization with new subpanels and metering equipment. The property also experienced routine maintenance issues typical for the age of the building, including plumbing work and various system upgrades that demonstrate ongoing maintenance and improvement efforts by the ownership.

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Risk rating

How 1086-1088 Fulton 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
17thpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 253 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
40%
No DBI
violation
60%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

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.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 60%
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

1086-1088 Fulton St event timeline

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

2023
311 Request Jul 10
General cleaning
Other Loose Garbage
311 RequestJul 10
General cleaning

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