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822 Arkansas St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4162024 3 units · 2 fl · 1957

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Potrero Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

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 822 Arkansas 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 1957
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 1957
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
Floors2
Year built1957
Total area3,028 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4162024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1 Madera St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale
November 16, 2018

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822 Arkansas St, San Francisco, CA 94107
822 A Arkansas St, San Francisco, CA 94107
3 Madera St, San Francisco, CA 94107
1 Madera St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

The property at 822 Arkansas Street is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1957, currently owned by Chan Kennedy & Naomi Uyeda. The building has undergone significant modifications and faced several regulatory challenges throughout its history, with the most substantial work occurring in 2019, including an extensive remodeling project costing $100,000 that added new bathrooms, dormer windows, bedrooms, and involved relocating various facilities. This renovation period also included roofing work, electrical upgrades, and the installation of new plumbing systems across multiple units, with all these permits successfully completed. However, the building's history reveals persistent regulatory concerns, particularly from 2011-2014, when active violations were filed regarding unauthorized modifications, including the construction of an illegal unit with serious safety and code compliance issues such as unapproved wiring, plumbing, heating systems, and missing smoke detectors. These violations resulted in a failed attempt for the property to be designated as a single-family dwelling.

The property has a documented history of maintenance and habitability issues, particularly during the 2009-2012 period, including reports of mold problems, plumbing issues, and safety concerns regarding stairs and exterior features. While many of these issues seem to have been addressed during the extensive 2019 renovation period, there are still some active matters to consider, including recent complaints about mold and mildew (2012) and a complaint about unauthorized construction (2011) that remains unresolved as of the last available building data. The property underwent unit legalization processes in 2018-2019, with various improvements made to meet building codes and rectify previous violations, including the installation of new bathrooms, heating systems, and smoke detectors. Recent 311 calls regarding the property (in 2023-2024) have been primarily related to park services and parking issues, suggesting that the major building-related concerns may have been largely addressed through the 2019 renovations, though the presence of some active violations from 2011-2014 is noteworthy.

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Risk rating

How 822 Arkansas 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
20thpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 581 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
58%
No DBI
violation
42%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 42%
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

822 Arkansas St event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 13
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestMay 11
Garbage and debris

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