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212-248 Clement St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1430047 14 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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 212-248 Clement 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
14 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
INCLEM
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
Units14
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area18,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1430047
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Busk Michael C & Patricia L 123 Turquoise Way San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale

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Included addresses

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244 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
216 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
214 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
236 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
218 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
220 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
212 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
248 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 212-248 Clement Street is a three-story, mixed-use building constructed in 1900, containing 14 multi-family residential units along with ground-floor retail space. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including a change of use from a limited restaurant to a full-service restaurant in 2022, with associated electrical upgrades for a new 400-amp service. In 2021, comprehensive exterior maintenance was performed, addressing various elements including flashing, gutters, roof repairs, and dry rot issues, with additional work completed in 2019 involving a wall heater replacement and Stablock panel replacement. The building's commercial space has faced recurring vacancy issues, with multiple code enforcement actions between 2018 and 2023 related to vacant storefront violations and unauthorized sign modifications.

Historical records indicate some safety concerns were addressed in 2003 during a routine inspection, including issues with smoke detectors, wood stairs, fire extinguishers, and emergency exits, though all were subsequently abated. The property has maintained basic safety systems, with fire sprinkler and standpipe systems receiving attention in 2019, and various electrical and plumbing upgrades completed as needed. Recent maintenance records show ongoing attention to building systems, including HVAC and electrical infrastructure. The most recent complaints from 2023 regarding vacant commercial storefronts suggest continued challenges with commercial tenancy, though recent permits indicate active efforts to maintain and upgrade building systems. The property has a history of addressing regulatory requirements when notified, as evidenced by the completion of numerous building permits and response to code enforcement actions, while historical plans for major redevelopment were ultimately withdrawn.

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Risk rating

How 212-248 Clement 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
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Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1723 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
19%
No DBI
violation
81%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 81%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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212-248 Clement St event timeline

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2025
Planning Record Apr 30
Awning/Sign Amnesty Program for "Tantrum" Wall Sign
Closed
Building PermitApr 22
To legalize sign under sign/awning amnesty program abate 2022-012321enf, attached metal through bolts and liquid nails sign is 10ft above ground, width of sidewalk from curb to builiding is 13.2", (tantrum) 3.5"x10"

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