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220-224 8Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1426040 3 units · 3 fl · 1909

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in 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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 220-224 8Th Ave 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 1909
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1909
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 built1909
Total area4,170 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1426040
Ownership

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

Mailing address
John D Yohanan, Trustee 618 North El Camino Real San Mateo CA 94401
Last sale
December 23, 1999

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220 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
222 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
224 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 220-224 8th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, constructed in 1909, is currently undergoing extensive renovations under the ownership of the John D Yohanan Revocable Trust. The most significant recent work began in 2024, addressing multiple units with substantial upgrades including complete bathroom and kitchen remodels, exterior improvements (siding replacement, painting, and window upgrades), and comprehensive system overhauls. This includes plumbing upgrades with new fixtures and mechanical systems, electrical improvements with new lighting and appliance installations, and HVAC upgrades with new heating units and ducting throughout the triplex. The renovations follow a 2023 building violation regarding lead paint concerns, which prompted mandatory updates to comply with safety regulations. The property has a history of compliance addressing various violations from 2002, including fire safety and security requirements, though these were all resolved by August 2002.

The building's permit history shows consistent maintenance and upgrades over the years, with significant work performed in 2003 (reroofing), the late 1990s (kitchen remodels), and the current extensive renovation project valued at approximately $650,000. The approved plans for 2024 include maintaining unit layouts while improving living conditions through modernized facilities and improved energy efficiency, including replacements of outdated windows with energy-efficient versions (max. 0.3 u-value). The current work is being carefully overseen to ensure compliance with all building codes and safety requirements, with multiple permits issued in 2024 covering various aspects of the renovation project, indicating a comprehensive approach to updating the historical building while addressing all identified issues.

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Risk rating

How 220-224 8Th Ave'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
27thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1258 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

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

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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220-224 8Th Ave event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Feb 21
Revision to pa 2024-0606-3850 remove basement remodel from scope. no workshop, bath, below grade stair, sprinklers. no change to (e) structure
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