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122-144 Tiffany Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 6597007S 12 units · 2 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Bernal Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.2
38
FewerMore

This building has 38 novs (7y), above the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 122-144 Tiffany 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 1900
2 or more units
12 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 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
Units12
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area8,420 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6597007S
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1345 Mission St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
May 24, 2011

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

140 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
134 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
134 A Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
140 B Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
132 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
138 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
124 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
144 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
126 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
140 A Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
128 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
142 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
130 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
136 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
122 Tiffany Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The 12-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 122-144 Tiffany Avenue in Bernal Heights, owned by John and Linda Britton, was built in 1900 and has undergone significant renovations and faced numerous compliance issues in recent years. The property completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit (Tier 3) and has added multiple accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as part of a 2016 ordinance. Recent building improvements include electrical upgrades to a 400A service, fire alarm system enhancements, and plumbing modifications for new bathrooms and kitchens. However, there are several active maintenance and compliance concerns as of late 2024, including issues with a hanging smoke detector, roof tarp condition, interior surfaces requiring attention (paint and floor covering), and a recently filed complaint about clutter and egress obstructions.

The building has experienced recurring safety and maintenance issues, with multiple fire code violations being documented between 2019 and 2024, including blocked exits, sprinkler system problems, and electrical system concerns. Recent complaints filed in 2023-2024 highlight various maintenance issues that remain unresolved, such as problems with stairs, windows, and interior surfaces. The property has a history of undergoing numerous improvements and upgrades, including a fire sprinkler system installation and multiple plumbing renovations, suggesting active management of infrastructure upgrades. However, the persistence of some maintenance issues and recent complaints about construction practices, emergency systems, and general building conditions indicate ongoing challenges with property upkeep and resident safety concerns.

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Risk rating

How 122-144 Tiffany 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
0thpercentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 1276 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
16%
No DBI
violation
84%
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.

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 84%
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

122-144 Tiffany Ave event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Jun 17
Addressing permit only: purpose of this permit is to create the address 132 a tiffany ave. ref pa #201908169052
$1 · Issued
Plumbing PermitApr 28
Work category: 2pa; installation of (4) shower pans.

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