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709 Clayton St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1253050 12 units · 3 fl · 1907

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 Haight Ashbury — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

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 709 Clayton 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 1907
2 or more units
12 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 1907
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 built1907
Total area8,970 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1253050
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Lee Howard M & May C Truste Po Box 591765 San Francisco CA 94159
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 12-unit, three-story apartment building at 709 Clayton Street in Haight-Ashbury, owned by the Lee Family Trust, has a classical 1907 construction date and has undergone significant maintenance and compliance work over the past several years. Most notably, the building completed its soft-story retrofit requirements (Tier 3) with a Certificate of Final Completion issued, demonstrating seismic safety compliance. Between 2014 and 2016, the property underwent substantial improvements including a fire alarm system replacement, structural foundation work, and various repairs to address safety and maintenance issues. A series of multiple violations were documented in 2016 related to electrical wiring, water damage, plumbing, fire safety systems, and lead paint hazards, though all were abated by December 2016.

The building's recent history (2018-2022) shows persistent concerns about habitability, particularly regarding illegal units in the basement and reported mold issues. Multiple complaints were filed in 2018 regarding illegal basement units, black mold, and inadequate heating systems. Fire safety inspections in 2021-2022 noted concerns with alarm systems and extinguishers, though these were marked as "Condition Corrected." The property has demonstrated some ongoing maintenance challenges, with recurring issues documented in 311 calls, particularly related to garbage and debris on the property, with several resolved cases reported in late 2024. A notable fire incident was recorded in 1997 involving kitchen ceiling damage, but no civilian injuries were reported. The building's historical records show proper attention to major structural and safety systems, including plumbing and electrical systems, though recent years have revealed some challenges in maintaining proper housing conditions and addressing tenant concerns promptly.

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Risk rating

How 709 Clayton 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 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 511 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
38%
No DBI
violation
62%
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 62%
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

709 Clayton St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 20
Garbage and debris
other bagged boxed contained garbage
311 RequestMar 02
Garbage and debris

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