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3126-3130 Clay St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0999011 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3126-3130 Clay 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
3 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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,455 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0999011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Tarantino Jordan Brown 3130 Clay St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
January 02, 2019

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3130 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115
3126 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115
3128 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 3126-3130 Clay Street in Pacific Heights, owned by Steven Christophe Tarantino, has undergone several significant renovations and face maintained attention to various safety systems since its construction in 1900. Recent improvements, particularly in 2024, include comprehensive bathroom and kitchen renovations, window replacements, electrical updates, and the removal of outdated knob-and-tube wiring, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to modernizing the property with a $75,000 permit currently issued. The building has experienced periodic maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple fire safety system complaints regarding extinguishers and alarms between 2006 and 2023, all of which were corrected. Notable historical improvements include a complete electrical system upgrade in 2020 (replacement of Federal Pacific panels), a sewer line replacement in 2015, and various structural and interior enhancements between 2006-2008 involving kitchen and bathroom remodels, including the removal of bearing walls.

The property has faced several building violations and complaints over the years, primarily between 2011 and 2016, including issues with handrails, water damage, window maintenance, and interior surface repairs. A notable complaint from 2016 regarding a broken banister was resolved, and previous violations concerning fire extinguishers, refrigerator issues, and lighting problems were all abated by December 2011. While there have been various routine inspections and maintenance issues, the most recent records indicate active management of building systems and regular updates to address safety and comfort concerns. The building's maintenance history shows attention to essential systems, including plumbing, electrical, and fire safety, with all documented violations and complaints having been resolved, suggesting improved property management practices in recent years.

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Risk rating

How 3126-3130 Clay 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
63rdpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 356 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
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 25%
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

3126-3130 Clay St event timeline

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

2026
Electrical Permit May 22
Remove all existing knob & tube wiring as per homeowners insurance request. rewire all existing outlets, switches and lighting to code using new approved, nm wiring.
Issued
DBI ComplaintApr 01
They installed a water heater on the rooftop of the building. the water heater is near flammable materials/liquids. its within inches of a babyroom and a bathroom. the escapes of the fireplaces is in the same area. also all the hvac lines and washer and dryer lines are in the same area. looks like no permit was pulled for this work.

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