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439 OFARRELL ST

Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0324021 · Last violation May 28, 2026 · Last complaint Jun 23, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
More violations than 86% of nearby buildings
More violations than 86% of buildings and more complaints than 89% 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: 11 violations · 19 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
1 open DBI violation
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe0
Serious0
Minor1

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
180
11 per year avg.↓ Down 27% in the last 2 years (19 vs 26 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
54
Severeⓘ14
Seriousⓘ33
Minorⓘ7
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
482
16 per year avg.↓ Down 54% in the last 2 years (11 vs 24 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
1
Severeⓘ0
Seriousⓘ0
Minorⓘ1

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
Fire safetyⓘ95 violations
Plumbingⓘ32 violations
Floors & stairsⓘ30 violations
Electricalⓘ30 violations
Pestsⓘ25 violations
Walls, ceilings & cabinetsⓘ23 violations
Peeling paintⓘ16 violations
Cleanliness & refuseⓘ13 violations
Exterior & windowsⓘ12 violations
Smoke detectorsⓘ11 violations
Heat / hot waterⓘ7 violations
Moldⓘ6 violations
Heating equipmentⓘ3 violations
Ventilation & lightⓘ3 violations
General disrepairⓘ3 violations
Lead paintⓘ2 violations
Permits & unpermitted workⓘ2 violations
Locks & securityⓘ2 violations
Gas shutoff & metersⓘ1 violations
No specific condition stated166 violations
See violation log below.

Top complaint types

Hide violations (482) ↑See complaints (180) →

Violation log

482 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJul 15, 2008other sectioninspectionsit 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 those areas not accessed during the initial inspection and/or to provide 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 reschedule 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.
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
  • Tenants here have reported pests.
    Worth checkingⓘ
    Look along baseboards and inside low cabinets for droppings, greasy rub marks or tracks, and check whether the bins outside overflow and whether gaps around exterior doors are sealed.
    details ▸

    California law requires buildings and grounds to be kept clean and sanitary and free from debris, filth, rubbish, garbage, rodents and vermin. San Francisco requires property owners to keep their property free of vermin, and requires an owner or manager to respond to a tenant's bed bug complaint by hiring a licensed pest control operator.

    • California Tenant Guide
    • SF.gov, Keeping your building free of vermin
    • 5 yrsAll time
    Infestation Rodent Insect32 complaints
    Plumbing Broken Leaking28 complaints
    Elevators Everthing Else25 complaints
    Bathroom16 complaints
    General Maintenance Not In List Above13 complaints
    Infestation Bed Bugs11 complaints
    Hot Water Lack Of Hot Water10 complaints
    Heat Lack Of Heat7 complaints
    Fire Alarm System6 complaints
    Garbage Receptacles4 complaints
    Mold And Mildew4 complaints
    Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage3 complaints
    Blocked Exit Common Areas3 complaints
    Doors Windows Broken Defective3 complaints
    Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories3 complaints
    Electrical Non Hazard2 complaints
    Paint Peeling2 complaints
    Light Wells Dirty Flooded2 complaints
    Ventilation Inadequate Or None1 complaints
    Electrical Hazardous Condition1 complaints
    Fire Hazard1 complaints
    Inadequately Maintained Building Exterior1 complaints
    Kitchen Community1 complaints
    Smoke Detectors Missing Broken Unit Interior1 complaints
    not activeJul 15, 2008building sectionprovide boiler or pressure vessel operating permit. sfmc 1024.0.permit to operate shall be displayed in a conspicuous place adjacent to the boiler or vessel. apply to sf dbi plumbing inspection division.
    not activeJul 15, 2008building sectionprovide thermostat to control heat production. sfhc 701(c)(2).provide a locking or nontamperable thermostat in a centrally located habitable room to which heat is provided, whether occupied or unoccupied to control heat production. the nontamperable device shall not be installed in a manager's unit or an owner's unit (except in an owner occupied residential condominium.
    not activeJul 15, 2008building sectionprovide timeclock with proper on/off settings to control heat to all habitable spaces. sfhc 701.heat shall be made available to each occupied habitable room for 13 hours between the hours of 5:00 am and 11:00 am and 3:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
    not activeJul 15, 2008building sectionprovide 36 inch deep working clearances in front of basement electrical equipment. sfec 110.26.—
    not activeJul 15, 2008building sectionprovide utility gas shutoff tool. sfhc 712.utility gas shutoff tool shall be secured in close proximity to shutoff valve with posted diagram and instructions posted in a public place.
    not activeApr 22, 2005DBI code violation—You failed to comply with Notice of Violation dated 4/23/05 therefore this Department has initiated abatement proceedings against the property.
    not activeApr 22, 2005Electrical—CONSTRUCTED NON-BEARING WALL TO CREAT OFFICE SPACE - INSTALLED WINDOW - NO ELECTRICAL.
    not activeJan 10, 2005building section1)remove,contain and properly dispose of peeling paint and plaster under guestroom window in gr#315.1001hc. 2)replaster and paint damaged portion of wall surfaces under,side of guestroom window.1001hc./1301hc.water damaged ,peeling paint under guestroom window in gr#315.
    not activeJan 10, 2005building section1)remove portion of carpeting in front of radiator unit,in order to assess previously water damaged hardwood floor condition. 2)repair/replace floor surfaces if neccessary. 3)install molding along wall/floor junction behind radiator unit.1001hc.water damaged floor surfaces.
    not activeNov 13, 2003other sectioninspector commentsit is the property owner?s responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection 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 provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (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 reinspection.
    not activeNov 13, 2003building sectiondamaged roof surfaces causing water damaged walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#408,#410.1)have roof inspected by a licensed roofing contractor in order to asses codition. 2)repair/patch or replace as needed in order to prevent water seepage. 3)remove,contain,properly dispose of water damaged ,peeling paint and plaster from walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#408,#410. 4)replaster and paint affected areas.1001hc./1301hc.
    not activeSep 22, 2003building sectionmice infestation throughout the premises.1)rodent proof floor wall junction. plug up all floor openings,eliminate points of rodent entry to gr#410.1001hc. 2)install a strip of weatherstripping under the etry door to gr#410.1001hc. 3)provide rodent control devices throughout.1001hc.
    not activeAug 28, 2003building sectiondamaged bathroom walls ,ceiling,floor surfaces in gr#302.1)resheetrock and paint bathroom walls,ceiling surfaces in gr#302.1301hc. 2)replace damaged floor surfaces with an impermeable floor surface.(sheet vinyl floor covering.)1001hc.
    not activeAug 28, 2003building sectioninsanitary vermin infested premises.1)remove accumulation of debris,bags, rubbish from guestroom #405. 2)throughouly clean,sanitize and fumigate premises. wash windows,scrubb sink,toilet unit,sanitary facikities in gr#405.1306hc. 3)replaster and paint walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#405.1001hc./1301hc. 4)replace soiled insanitary floor covering.1306hc. 5)repair windows/sash and hardware.1001hc. note: premises were found in an extreeme insanitary condition!
    not activeDec 6, 2002building sectioninoperative elevator.repair inoperative elevator.1001hc.
    not activeMar 13, 2001Heating equipment—NPTO (2)--No current Permit to Operate the steam boiler. No Permit to Operate Domestic hot water supply boiler. Steam boiler not Cal Code. No Backflow on boiler make-up.
    not activeSep 27, 2000DBI code violation—BRICK RETAINING WALL AT REAR OF PROPERTY (ADJACENT TO PARKING LOT REAR 330 ELLIS) IS CRACKED ANMD SHOWS SIGNS OF POTENTIAL FAILURE. WALL IS APPROXIMATELY EIGHT FEET HIGH BY TWENTY FEET LONG. THREE CRACKS RUN VERTICALLY FULL HEIGHT.
    not activeDec 10, 1999fire sectionremove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)remove the large potted plant from the front fire escape.
    not activeOct 2, 1998interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)by staircase on 3rd floor.
    not activeOct 2, 1998interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998interior surfaces sectionremove or cover damaged paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. see attached lead hazard warning. (1301 hc)where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998interior surfaces sectiondisturbing 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.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 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.where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsrestore shower operation on 2nd floor (provide shower head) 1001hc
    not activeOct 2, 1998other sectionmiscellaneous violationsremove all hasps on all shower room doors on all floors. 1001hc
    not activeNov 14, 1997other sectionmiscellaneous violationsno violation, abate 10/12/1997..ojw
    not activeJun 12, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)repair the torn carpet on the third floor by rooms #312, #325, #329
    not activeOct 31, 1996interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)at 3rd floor and ground floor repair damaged ceilings, repair any associated leaks.
    not activeJul 30, 1996interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)unit #207 above sink
    not activeJul 30, 1996interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)unit #207 above sink
    not activeJul 30, 1996interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)unit #207
    not activeJul 30, 1996other sectioninspector commentsreplace washers in faucet on sink unit #207
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    other section · inspections
    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 those areas not accessed during the initial inspection and/or to provide 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 reschedule 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.
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    building section · provide boiler or pressure vessel operating permit. sfmc 1024.0.
    permit to operate shall be displayed in a conspicuous place adjacent to the boiler or vessel. apply to sf dbi plumbing inspection division.
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    building section · provide thermostat to control heat production. sfhc 701(c)(2).
    provide a locking or nontamperable thermostat in a centrally located habitable room to which heat is provided, whether occupied or unoccupied to control heat production. the nontamperable device shall not be installed in a manager's unit or an owner's unit (except in an owner occupied residential condominium.
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    building section · provide timeclock with proper on/off settings to control heat to all habitable spaces. sfhc 701.
    heat shall be made available to each occupied habitable room for 13 hours between the hours of 5:00 am and 11:00 am and 3:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    building section · provide 36 inch deep working clearances in front of basement electrical equipment. sfec 110.26.
    not activeJul 15, 2008
    building section · provide utility gas shutoff tool. sfhc 712.
    utility gas shutoff tool shall be secured in close proximity to shutoff valve with posted diagram and instructions posted in a public place.
    not activeApr 22, 2005
    DBI code violation
    You failed to comply with Notice of Violation dated 4/23/05 therefore this Department has initiated abatement proceedings against the property.
    not activeApr 22, 2005
    Electrical
    CONSTRUCTED NON-BEARING WALL TO CREAT OFFICE SPACE - INSTALLED WINDOW - NO ELECTRICAL.
    not activeJan 10, 2005
    building section · 1)remove,contain and properly dispose of peeling paint and plaster under guestroom window in gr#315.1001hc. 2)replaster and paint damaged portion of wall surfaces under,side of guestroom window.1001hc./1301hc.
    water damaged ,peeling paint under guestroom window in gr#315.
    not activeJan 10, 2005
    building section · 1)remove portion of carpeting in front of radiator unit,in order to assess previously water damaged hardwood floor condition. 2)repair/replace floor surfaces if neccessary. 3)install molding along wall/floor junction behind radiator unit.1001hc.
    water damaged floor surfaces.
    not activeNov 13, 2003
    other section · inspector comments
    it is the property owner?s responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection 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 provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (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 reinspection.
    not activeNov 13, 2003
    building section · damaged roof surfaces causing water damaged walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#408,#410.
    1)have roof inspected by a licensed roofing contractor in order to asses codition. 2)repair/patch or replace as needed in order to prevent water seepage. 3)remove,contain,properly dispose of water damaged ,peeling paint and plaster from walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#408,#410. 4)replaster and paint affected areas.1001hc./1301hc.
    not activeSep 22, 2003
    building section · mice infestation throughout the premises.
    1)rodent proof floor wall junction. plug up all floor openings,eliminate points of rodent entry to gr#410.1001hc. 2)install a strip of weatherstripping under the etry door to gr#410.1001hc. 3)provide rodent control devices throughout.1001hc.
    not activeAug 28, 2003
    building section · damaged bathroom walls ,ceiling,floor surfaces in gr#302.
    1)resheetrock and paint bathroom walls,ceiling surfaces in gr#302.1301hc. 2)replace damaged floor surfaces with an impermeable floor surface.(sheet vinyl floor covering.)1001hc.
    not activeAug 28, 2003
    building section · insanitary vermin infested premises.
    1)remove accumulation of debris,bags, rubbish from guestroom #405. 2)throughouly clean,sanitize and fumigate premises. wash windows,scrubb sink,toilet unit,sanitary facikities in gr#405.1306hc. 3)replaster and paint walls and ceiling surfaces in gr#405.1001hc./1301hc. 4)replace soiled insanitary floor covering.1306hc. 5)repair windows/sash and hardware.1001hc. note: premises were found in an extreeme insanitary condition!
    not activeDec 6, 2002
    building section · inoperative elevator.
    repair inoperative elevator.1001hc.
    not activeMar 13, 2001
    Heating equipment
    NPTO (2)--No current Permit to Operate the steam boiler. No Permit to Operate Domestic hot water supply boiler. Steam boiler not Cal Code. No Backflow on boiler make-up.
    not activeSep 27, 2000
    DBI code violation
    BRICK RETAINING WALL AT REAR OF PROPERTY (ADJACENT TO PARKING LOT REAR 330 ELLIS) IS CRACKED ANMD SHOWS SIGNS OF POTENTIAL FAILURE. WALL IS APPROXIMATELY EIGHT FEET HIGH BY TWENTY FEET LONG. THREE CRACKS RUN VERTICALLY FULL HEIGHT.
    not activeDec 10, 1999
    fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
    remove the large potted plant from the front fire escape.
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    by staircase on 3rd floor.
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
    where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    interior surfaces section · remove or cover damaged paint in an approved manner to prevent a lead hazard. see attached lead hazard warning. (1301 hc)
    where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    interior surfaces section · 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.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 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.
    where work is required.
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
    restore shower operation on 2nd floor (provide shower head) 1001hc
    not activeOct 2, 1998
    other section · miscellaneous violations
    remove all hasps on all shower room doors on all floors. 1001hc
    not activeNov 14, 1997
    other section · miscellaneous violations
    no violation, abate 10/12/1997..ojw
    not activeJun 12, 1997
    interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
    repair the torn carpet on the third floor by rooms #312, #325, #329
    not activeOct 31, 1996
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    at 3rd floor and ground floor repair damaged ceilings, repair any associated leaks.
    not activeJul 30, 1996
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    unit #207 above sink
    not activeJul 30, 1996
    interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
    unit #207 above sink
    not activeJul 30, 1996
    interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
    unit #207
    not activeJul 30, 1996
    other section · inspector comments
    replace washers in faucet on sink unit #207
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