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1166 Haight St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1235014 12 units · 3 fl · 1906

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 Haight Ashbury — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.7
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1166 Haight 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 1906
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1906
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area11,850 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1235014
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Denis & Sheila Mccarthy Co- 2455 26Th Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
June 04, 1993

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Initial analysis

1166 Haight Street is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building located in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood, constructed in 1906 and currently owned by Denis & Sheila McCarthy Family. The building has undergone significant improvements and renovations over the past several years, with major work completed between 2016-2018 including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system throughout all units ($119,700), complete rewiring of the building, new fire alarm system installation, bathroom and kitchen remodels in all units, and various structural improvements including fire escape modifications and first floor revisions. The building's safety systems have been a focus, with multiple fire safety improvements including sprinkler system modifications, new notification circuits, and a fire alarm system installation.

The property has experienced several routine inspections and complaints over the years, with the most recent inspection in 2024 regarding common areas, which was abated in February 2024. Historical complaints and violations include issues with heat provision, window repairs, weatherproofing, and handrails, though these were all abated years ago (mostly by 2001-2005). The building's infrastructure has been systematically upgraded, with recent plumbing work addressing backflow issues and various sewer and water system improvements. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 primarily relate to exterior graffiti and encampment removal, though these are outside building scope. While there have been multiple fire-related service calls, most were either false alarms or related to system malfunctions, with no civilian injuries recorded in any incidents. The building's owners have regularly addressed violations and permit requirements, including backflow corrections in 2020 and various plumbing and electrical upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 1166 Haight 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
10thpercentile

Out of 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 523 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
35%
No DBI
violation
65%
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.

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 65%
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

1166 Haight St event timeline

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2024
Building Violation (NOV) Jan 16
Building violation
Complete the 604 affidavit provided for certification for structural maintenance by a licensed contractor/engineer. provide to inspector at…
Building Violation (NOV)Jan 16
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