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516 OFARRELL ST

Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0318007 · Last violation Jul 8, 2026 · Last complaint Sep 24, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
More violations than 93% of nearby buildings
More violations than 93% of buildings and more complaints than 94% of buildings in Tenderloin. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
A steady level of activity over time
Last 2 yrs: 47 violations · 58 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
1 open fire-safety violation
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe2
Serious8
Minor3

What to watch forⓘ

  1. Fire safety problems have been reported here.
    Worth checkingⓘ
    Walk the exit route from the unit to the street and check the stairs and hallways are clear of stored items, and that fire doors close properly.
    details ▸

    California law requires safe fire or emergency exits leading to a street or hallway, and requires stairs, hallways and exits to be kept litter free. Storage areas, garages and basements must be kept free of combustible materials. San Francisco's Housing Code separately treats inadequate exits and inadequate fire protection equipment as conditions that make a building substandard, which is the finding behind a notice of violation.

    • California Tenant Guide
    • San Francisco Housing Code §1001(m), (n)
  2. Tenants here have reported no heat or no hot water.
    details ▸

    California law requires heating facilities in good working order, and plumbing facilities in good working order including hot and cold running water. A rental unit that substantially lacks either may be legally uninhabitable, which is the standard the implied warranty of habitability sets for every residential tenancy in the state.

311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2010
252
15 per year avg.↑ Up 45% in the last 2 years (58 vs 40 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
105
Severeⓘ30
Seriousⓘ51
Minorⓘ24
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
455
15 per year avg.↑ Up 57% in the last 2 years (47 vs 30 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
13
Severeⓘ2
Seriousⓘ8
Minorⓘ3

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
Walls, ceilings & cabinetsⓘ11 violations
Plumbingⓘ9 violations
Fire safetyⓘ7 violations
Heating equipmentⓘ2 violations
Exterior & windowsⓘ2 violations
General disrepairⓘ2 violations
Moldⓘ1 violations
Heat / hot waterⓘ1 violations
Electricalⓘ1 violations
Peeling paintⓘ1 violations
Pestsⓘ1 violations
No specific condition stated42 violations
7 still open. See violation log below.

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
General Maintenance Not In List Above16 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect11 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking10 complaints
Elevators Everthing Else10 complaints
Mold And Mildew7 complaints
Bathroom7 complaints
Fire Alarm System6 complaints
Hot Water Lack Of Hot Water5 complaints
Electrical Non Hazard5 complaints
Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories5 complaints
Heat Lack Of Heat4 complaints
Electrical Hazardous Condition4 complaints
Blocked Exit Common Areas3 complaints
Doors Windows Broken Defective2 complaints
Ventilation Inadequate Or None2 complaints
Fire Hazard2 complaints
Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage1 complaints
Security Inadequately Secured Perimeter1 complaints
Smoke Detectors Missing Broken Unit Interior1 complaints
Visitor Policy Violations1 complaints
Infestation Bed Bugs1 complaints
Kitchen Community1 complaints
Mail Service Delivery Problem1 complaints
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Violation log

13 DBI violations · Open

AllOpenClosed
StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
OpenJan 9, 2026building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #307.
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311

Ask how heat and hot water are supplied and who pays for them. If either fails once you live here, put the request to the landlord in writing and keep a copy.

  • California Tenant Guide
  • San Francisco Housing Code §701
  • Smoke detector problems have been reported here.
    Worth checkingⓘ
    Look for a smoke detector in each bedroom and in the common stairwell, and for a carbon monoxide detector if the unit has a gas stove, a gas heater or an attached garage.
    details ▸

    California law requires working smoke detectors in all bedrooms and other designated areas of a rental unit, and apartment complexes must also have them in common stairwells. Any unit with appliances that burn fossil fuels such as natural gas, propane or fuel oil, or with an attached garage, must also have working carbon monoxide detectors.

    • California Tenant Guide
    • OpenJan 9, 2026interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceiling (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)repair damaged ceiling above bathtub in an approved manner; at time of inspection, plastic tarp covering hole in ceiling. location: bathroom ----------
    OpenJan 9, 2026other sectioninspector commentsit is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. ***correction of violations cited in this notice may require building, plumbing and/or electrical permits. it is the responsibility of the owner to obtain (or have others obtain) any required permits before beginning work that requires permit(s). when applying for a permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. you must have the proper permit signed-off and finalized before the housing insp. returns in order for this violation to be abated.***
    OpenNov 10, 2025DBI code violation—The Building Façade Inspection Program established by Ordinance 67-16 and codified as San Francisco Existing Building Code Chapter 5F requires certain building facades be regularly inspected by a California licensed architect or engineer. A written report of the inspection findings shall be submitted to the Department for review. This building is in Violation of the Mandatory Building Façade Inspection Program Tier 2 Comprehensive Inspection Report submittal deadline of 12/31/2023. See San Francisco Existing Building Code Chapter 5F and sections 501F, 503F, 505F, and 507F for applicable codes this program. MONTHLY MONITORING FEE Section 110A TABLE 1A-K
    OpenMay 23, 2025building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #526.
    OpenMay 23, 2025interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)repair damaged walls in an approved manner; observed cracked/ loose plaster and paint at time of inspection; re-paint all affected areas after completed repairs. location: unit #526 ----------
    OpenMay 23, 2025other sectioninspector commentsit is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
    OpenMar 5, 2025building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #414 and 4th fl. common areas.
    OpenMar 5, 2025other sectioninspector commentsit is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
    OpenMar 5, 2025plumbing and electrical sectionrepair sink (1001(f) hc)enamel in sink is worn; reglaze to like-new condition or replace. location: sink ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged wall (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)repair damaged wall behind bedframe; several holes in wall observed. location: unit #414 ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025fire sectionreplace fire extinguisher (905, 1001(m) hc)replace missing fire extinguisher. location: 4th fl. common area hallway (near units #414 & #409) ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings & walls (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)evidence of peeling/ cracked, bubbling and flaking paint observed; remove/ cover peeling or damaged paint in an approved manner where peeling or damaged paint exists; prime and re-paint all affected areas. location: 4th fl. common area hallway (near/ above unit #414; near units #420 & #421) note: it is the owner's responsibility to investigate for possible presence of lead-based paint and remove, following procedures set forth by the san francisco health and building departments. consult with a qualified lead abatement contractor as required. disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal: always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3423, sfbc) informational packets are available at (628) 652-3700. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 252-3800 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97. ----------
    OpenJan 9, 2026
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #307.
    OpenJan 9, 2026
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceiling (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)
    repair damaged ceiling above bathtub in an approved manner; at time of inspection, plastic tarp covering hole in ceiling. location: bathroom ----------
    OpenJan 9, 2026
    other section · inspector comments
    it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. ***correction of violations cited in this notice may require building, plumbing and/or electrical permits. it is the responsibility of the owner to obtain (or have others obtain) any required permits before beginning work that requires permit(s). when applying for a permit, reference the complaint number from this notice of violation. you must have the proper permit signed-off and finalized before the housing insp. returns in order for this violation to be abated.***
    OpenNov 10, 2025
    DBI code violation
    The Building Façade Inspection Program established by Ordinance 67-16 and codified as San Francisco Existing Building Code Chapter 5F requires certain building facades be regularly inspected by a California licensed architect or engineer. A written report of the inspection findings shall be submitted to the Department for review. This building is in Violation of the Mandatory Building Façade Inspection Program Tier 2 Comprehensive Inspection Report submittal deadline of 12/31/2023. See San Francisco Existing Building Code Chapter 5F and sections 501F, 503F, 505F, and 507F for applicable codes this program. MONTHLY MONITORING FEE Section 110A TABLE 1A-K
    OpenMay 23, 2025
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #526.
    OpenMay 23, 2025
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)
    repair damaged walls in an approved manner; observed cracked/ loose plaster and paint at time of inspection; re-paint all affected areas after completed repairs. location: unit #526 ----------
    OpenMay 23, 2025
    other section · inspector comments
    it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    subject property located at 516 o'farrell st. unit #414 and 4th fl. common areas.
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    other section · inspector comments
    it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled re-inspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection.
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001(f) hc)
    enamel in sink is worn; reglaze to like-new condition or replace. location: sink ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged wall (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)
    repair damaged wall behind bedframe; several holes in wall observed. location: unit #414 ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    fire section · replace fire extinguisher (905, 1001(m) hc)
    replace missing fire extinguisher. location: 4th fl. common area hallway (near units #414 & #409) ----------
    OpenMar 5, 2025
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings & walls (1001(b),(h),(o) hc)
    evidence of peeling/ cracked, bubbling and flaking paint observed; remove/ cover peeling or damaged paint in an approved manner where peeling or damaged paint exists; prime and re-paint all affected areas. location: 4th fl. common area hallway (near/ above unit #414; near units #420 & #421) note: it is the owner's responsibility to investigate for possible presence of lead-based paint and remove, following procedures set forth by the san francisco health and building departments. consult with a qualified lead abatement contractor as required. disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal: always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3423, sfbc) informational packets are available at (628) 652-3700. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 252-3800 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97. ----------