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1456-1458 8Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1846033 3 units · 3 fl · 1909

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Sunset
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1456-1458 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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors3
Year built1909
Total area4,013 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1846033
Ownership

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

Owner name
Lee-Chinn 2019 Fmly Revoc L
Mailing address
Chinn Derek C & Lee-chinn S 1458 8Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
120717

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1456 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1458 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1456 A 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1456-1458 8th Avenue in the Inner Sunset, constructed in 1909, has undergone several significant modifications and experienced various compliance issues over the years. Most notably, there are active concerns as of 2024 regarding an unauthorized dormer addition on the south pitch roof, with a current violation notice issued in January 2024 (Complaint #202418014). The property was previously involved in multiple renovation projects between 2012-2017, including extensive plumbing and electrical work throughout all floors, with multiple permits showing bathroom and kitchen remodels, wiring upgrades, and the addition of a third unit (1456A) on the ground floor behind the garage. These improvements were marred by several instances of work being performed without proper permits, as documented in complaints from 2012-2015.

Historical records from 2002 show significant maintenance issues that were addressed, including rodent infestation, plumbing problems, electrical maintenance needs, and safety concerns related to stairs and handrails. More recent concerns from 2021-2024 include reports of bed bug infestation (July 2021), various parking enforcement issues, and general maintenance complaints. The building's history shows a pattern of construction "scope creep" and permit compliance challenges, with numerous expired permits for plumbing and electrical work requiring re-application for final inspections between 2012-2015. While many of these issues have been resolved, the most pressing concern appears to be the recent violation regarding the unauthorized dormer modification.

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Risk rating

How 1456-1458 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
33th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1000 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 66.3%
Moderate concern 24.5%
Severe concern 9.2%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1456-1458 8Th Ave event timeline

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

2024
Planning Project May 03
Rear roof area only at dormer #4: to comply w/nov# 202418014 dated 3/19/24, legalize dormer #4 roof line to match (e) rdige line and (e) roof slope at dormer location under pa# 201308094013; replace patio door @ rear elevation w/ 2 windows and slind to match rear elevation of 1452 8th ave; show
Closed - Cancelled
Building PermitApr 24
Rear roof area only at dormer #4: to comply w/nov# 202418014 dated 3/19/24, legalize dormer #4 roof line to match (e) rdige line and (e) roof slope at dormer location under pa# 201308094013; replace patio door @ rear elevation w/ 2 windows and slind to match rear elevation of 1452 8th ave; show

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