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Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0332014 · Last violation Jan 14, 2026 · Last complaint Jun 30, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
More violations than 84% of nearby buildings
More violations than 84% of buildings and more complaints than 88% 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: 3 violations · 10 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
3 open DBI violations
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe0
Serious1
Minor2
311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2010
60
4 per year avg.↓ Down 23% in the last 2 years (10 vs 13 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
27
Severeⓘ2
Seriousⓘ20
Minorⓘ5
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
484
16 per year avg.↓ Down 85% in the last 2 years (3 vs 20 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
3
Severeⓘ0
Seriousⓘ1
Minorⓘ2

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
building sectionⓘ189 violations
interior surfaces section78 violations
other sectionⓘ67 violations
plumbing and electrical section53 violations
sanitation section32 violations
security requirements section29 violations
fire section20 violations
smoke detection section14 violations
Unknown2 violations

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Elevators Everthing Else13 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect7 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above6 complaints
Mold And Mildew5 complaints
Bathroom4 complaints
Infestation Bed Bugs4 complaints
Visitor Policy Violations3 complaints
Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage2 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking2 complaints
Security Inadequately Secured Perimeter2 complaints
Ventilation Inadequate Or None2 complaints
Blocked Exit Common Areas2 complaints
Electrical Non Hazard1 complaints
Fire Alarm System1 complaints
Noise Caused By Building Systems1 complaints
Deck Stairs Handrails1 complaints
Garbage Receptacles1 complaints
Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories1 complaints
Hot Water Lack Of Hot Water1 complaints
Inadequately Maintained Building Exterior1 complaints
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Violation log

484 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJul 25, 2002building sectionsubstandard matress,entry door cut low enabling rodent entry in gr#501.1)replace box spring and matress in gr#501.1308hc. 2)align bottom of door strip,in order to make door openable and closable. 3)eliminate rodent entry,provide pest control measures to #501.1001hc.
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
not activeJul 25, 2002building sectionwall openings,soiled carpeting,inoperative wall plug,leaking radiator unit,lack of a sd in gr#311.1)replaster wall openings in gr#311, 2)replace soiled,warn carpeting.1306hc. 3)replace wall plug/cover.1001hc./504hc. 4)repair leaking radiator unit,repack of replace shut off valve,drain and service radiator unit. 5)replace missing smoke detector unit.908hc.
not activeJun 26, 2002sanitation sectionclean or sanitize (1306 hc)throughout
not activeJun 26, 2002sanitation sectionreplace shower fixture (1001hc)missing from 5th floor shower
not activeJun 26, 2002sanitation sectionrepair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)painted shut - 3rd fl. shower room; no ventilation
not activeJun 26, 2002sanitation sectionreplace shower doors (1001hc)missing throughout
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionrusty hand wash basin in # 219.1)eliminate rust,resurfaces or replace rusty hand wash basin in #219.1001hc. 2)unstop sink in #503.1001hc. 3)repair leaking sink in #310.1001hc. 4)align tilted sink in #409.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectiondetached,inoperative smoke detectors.replace/repair detached,missing,inoperative smoke detectors in #415,416.908hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionwalls and ceiling surfaces in need to be painted at various locations.1)paint walls and ceiling surfaces in: gr#305,310,314,504.1301hc. 2)remove cocke stains from ceiling surfaces in gr#507.1306hc. 3)spot paint warn paneling in gr#409.1301hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectioncracked entry door to gr#102.1)repair/reinforce cracked entry door to gr#102.1001hc 2)install missing strike plates to entry doors :#102,409,411,508.1001hc 3)replace cracked ,substandard door jambs to entry doors :#503,509.1001hc. 4)install a 138 degree viewer to entry door #409.1001hc. 5)replace/repair door handle in #414,509.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionbroken window in #101.replace broken window in #101.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionlack of a handle to radiator unit.install a handle to the radiator unit in #503.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionsoiled ,warn carpeting at various locations.1)replace soiled carpeting in gr#305,310,314.1306hc. 2)clean and shampoo carpeting in gr#207.1306hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectionsubstandard box spring.replace substandard box spring in #514,516.1308hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectioninoperative light fixtures at various locations.1)cover exposed wiring in gr#511.1001hc. 2)replace burnt out light fixture in gr#504.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002building sectioninsanitary premises.1)clean and sanitize walls,windows,sinks,remove bags,boxes,debries from gr. #305,415,416 throughout.1306hc. 2)intensify pest and rodent control measures in #305,415,416,507.1001hc.
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)provide documentation
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionreplace door (1001 hc)2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)in a workmanlike manner
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)2nd fl. shower room and throughout
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionrestore shower/toilet room (1001hc)3rd floor - nailed shut
not activeJun 10, 2002security requirements sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)2nd fl. shower room
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionleaking sink,lack of handles,defective faucets at various locations.1)repair leaking sink in #405,409,414.1001hc. 2)repair leaking hot water faucets in gr#105,305. 3)unstop sink in 509. 4)repair inoperative sink in 410. 5)replace rusty sink in 103. 6)replace defective overflow in 412. 7)stoped up tub in 412. 8)provide a tub faucet handle to 412. 9) align sink in #408. 10) repair leaking sink in 310,causing water damaged to #210.1001hc. 11)secure loose faucet in gr#404.1001hc. 12)repair leaking toilet in #404.1001hc. 13)replace all missing,wood toilet tank covers throughout the premises.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionsoiled,worn,torn,insanitary carpeting at various locations.1)clean and shampoo carpeting in: gr#301,205.1306hc. 2)replace soiled,insanitary worn carpeting in:105,106,108,115,309,315,409,504,508,515. 1306hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionfire escape ladder and cables in need to be serviced.note: property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to provide a proof of the workability of the fire escape ladders. non-working fire escape ladder is a life safety hazard and must be corrected immediately. provide a written report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have tested and are functional or contact the housing inspector (within 30 days) to witness lowering the ladder in person.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionradiator in need of repair/alignment.1)repair leaking radiator in gr#303.1001hc. 2)install a radiator handle in gr#102,105,107,108,112. 3) properly align radiator unit in gr#509.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectiona variety of guestrooms were pedlocked at the time of inspection.unable to enter the following guestrooms : 207,304,312,314,415,416. 1)remove all pedlocks and hasps from guestroom doors. 2)all unentered guestrooms are to be brought up to code.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionsoiled ,worn,insanitary,torn box spring and matress at various locations.1)replace torn,soiled,worn box spring in : 407,503. 2)replace box spring and matress in: 305,403,405,409,504,508,514.1308hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionexposed,inoperative,hazardous electrical wiring at various locations.1)install a cover plate to walls switch in: bathroom #112,502. guestroom#308,511. 2)replace inoperative wall plug in :211. 3)replace inoperative light fixtures in #411,504.1001hc. 4)eliminate cord wiring in gr#303.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionbroken windows,damaged/lacking frames,sash and hardware at various locations.1)replace damaged,substandard,dryrotted windows, frames,sash and hardware in each public restroom and bathroom.1001hc. 2)replace broken glass in gr#414,509.1001hc. 3)replace missing sash cords to gr#403,404,502,509.1001hc. 4)install locks to gr#514,503 windows.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionwalls and ceiling surfaces are in need to be painted at various locations.1)paint hallway,stairway,public restroom,bathroom walls and ceiling surfaces on each floor with a good quality enamel base paint or equivalent.1301hc./1001hc. 2)paint walls and ceiling surfaces in :101,102,115,116,206,210,212,303,305,307,315403,405,407,409,514,515.1301hc. 3)paint closet door in gr#503. 4)replaster and spot paint damaged portions of walls and ceiling surfaces in : 307,509.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionentry doors and hardware to guestrooms are defective,off hinges in need of repair/replacement.1)secure loose strike plate in gr#211.1001hc. 2)remount door,fasten loose hinges to entry door gr#412,bathroom door #515.1001hc. 3)repair/reinforce cracked door paneling in gr#101,102,205,303 with 3/8 of an inch plywood.706hc.1001hc. 4)replace cracked substandard entry doors and hardware to gr#208,#303,as well as to each and every public restroom/bathroom with a solid core type.1001hc./706hc. 4)replace cracked door jamb with a single piece jamb in gr#107,208,308,315,403,410,411.1001hc. 5)install a strike plate to door jamb in gr#112,116,205,210,303,410,411,507.1001hc. 6)install door closures to each guestroom door,public restroom and bathroom door.912hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectionlack of/defective/dangling smoke detectors at various locations.install/repair/remount hardwired smoke detectors in the following grs: 107,108,205,211,315,409,412,502,503,504,507,508,512.908hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectiondiscontinue use of hot plates/cooking equipment.remove all cooking equipment,cord wiring,hot plates from individual guestrooms,constituting a potential fire hazard.1001hc./709hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002building sectioninsanitary premises,accumulation of debries,soiled carpeting,dirty walls.1)wash down walls and ceiling surfaces in #414.1306hc. 2)clean and sanitize premises throughout. remove debries. clean and desinfect sink. wash down windows, replace soiled linen,bedding in #106,305,309,504,510,511.1306hc. 3)wash down each and every guestroom,hallway ,public bathroom,shower room window.1306hc. 4)remove debries,layers of pigeon droppings,garbage,accumulation of dust from lightwells as well as from exterior window seals.1306hc 5)remove mold and mildew from wall surfaces in #514.1306hc. 6)intensify pest control measures in gr#514.1001hc. 7)intensify rodent control measures in gr#412,rodent proof area behind radiator,bed and furniture.1001hc.
not activeApr 18, 2002interior surfaces sectionclean or sanitize (1306 hc)airwell; halls
not activeApr 18, 2002building sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)halls; trim; all doors (or replace); 4th floor
not activeApr 18, 2002building sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)3rd floor shower; 515
not activeApr 18, 2002interior surfaces sectioneliminate rodent infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)—
not activeApr 18, 2002building sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)halls - where peeling
not activeApr 18, 2002interior surfaces sectioneliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)toilet & shower rooms
not activeApr 18, 2002sanitation sectionrepair toilet (1001f hc)all floors
not activeApr 18, 2002building sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)1st floor toilet
not activeApr 18, 2002plumbing and electrical sectionreplace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)515
not activeApr 18, 2002security requirements sectionreplace door & frame(706 hc)4th fl. toilet rm.; 5th fl. shower and toilet rms.; 515
not activeApr 18, 2002interior surfaces sectioneliminate cockroach infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)throughout
not activeApr 18, 2002plumbing and electrical sectionreplace window sash cord (1001(h),708 hc)5th fl. shower
not activeApr 18, 2002interior surfaces sectionprovide covers for phone/electrical panels (1001hc)—
not activeJul 25, 2002
building section · substandard matress,entry door cut low enabling rodent entry in gr#501.
1)replace box spring and matress in gr#501.1308hc. 2)align bottom of door strip,in order to make door openable and closable. 3)eliminate rodent entry,provide pest control measures to #501.1001hc.
not activeJul 25, 2002
building section · wall openings,soiled carpeting,inoperative wall plug,leaking radiator unit,lack of a sd in gr#311.
1)replaster wall openings in gr#311, 2)replace soiled,warn carpeting.1306hc. 3)replace wall plug/cover.1001hc./504hc. 4)repair leaking radiator unit,repack of replace shut off valve,drain and service radiator unit. 5)replace missing smoke detector unit.908hc.
not activeJun 26, 2002
sanitation section · clean or sanitize (1306 hc)
throughout
not activeJun 26, 2002
sanitation section · replace shower fixture (1001hc)
missing from 5th floor shower
not activeJun 26, 2002
sanitation section · repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
painted shut - 3rd fl. shower room; no ventilation
not activeJun 26, 2002
sanitation section · replace shower doors (1001hc)
missing throughout
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · rusty hand wash basin in # 219.
1)eliminate rust,resurfaces or replace rusty hand wash basin in #219.1001hc. 2)unstop sink in #503.1001hc. 3)repair leaking sink in #310.1001hc. 4)align tilted sink in #409.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · detached,inoperative smoke detectors.
replace/repair detached,missing,inoperative smoke detectors in #415,416.908hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · walls and ceiling surfaces in need to be painted at various locations.
1)paint walls and ceiling surfaces in: gr#305,310,314,504.1301hc. 2)remove cocke stains from ceiling surfaces in gr#507.1306hc. 3)spot paint warn paneling in gr#409.1301hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · cracked entry door to gr#102.
1)repair/reinforce cracked entry door to gr#102.1001hc 2)install missing strike plates to entry doors :#102,409,411,508.1001hc 3)replace cracked ,substandard door jambs to entry doors :#503,509.1001hc. 4)install a 138 degree viewer to entry door #409.1001hc. 5)replace/repair door handle in #414,509.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · broken window in #101.
replace broken window in #101.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · lack of a handle to radiator unit.
install a handle to the radiator unit in #503.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · soiled ,warn carpeting at various locations.
1)replace soiled carpeting in gr#305,310,314.1306hc. 2)clean and shampoo carpeting in gr#207.1306hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · substandard box spring.
replace substandard box spring in #514,516.1308hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · inoperative light fixtures at various locations.
1)cover exposed wiring in gr#511.1001hc. 2)replace burnt out light fixture in gr#504.1001hc.
not activeJun 14, 2002
building section · insanitary premises.
1)clean and sanitize walls,windows,sinks,remove bags,boxes,debries from gr. #305,415,416 throughout.1306hc. 2)intensify pest and rodent control measures in #305,415,416,507.1001hc.
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
provide documentation
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · replace door (1001 hc)
2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
in a workmanlike manner
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
2nd fl. shower room
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
2nd fl. shower room and throughout
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · restore shower/toilet room (1001hc)
3rd floor - nailed shut
not activeJun 10, 2002
security requirements section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
2nd fl. shower room
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · leaking sink,lack of handles,defective faucets at various locations.
1)repair leaking sink in #405,409,414.1001hc. 2)repair leaking hot water faucets in gr#105,305. 3)unstop sink in 509. 4)repair inoperative sink in 410. 5)replace rusty sink in 103. 6)replace defective overflow in 412. 7)stoped up tub in 412. 8)provide a tub faucet handle to 412. 9) align sink in #408. 10) repair leaking sink in 310,causing water damaged to #210.1001hc. 11)secure loose faucet in gr#404.1001hc. 12)repair leaking toilet in #404.1001hc. 13)replace all missing,wood toilet tank covers throughout the premises.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · soiled,worn,torn,insanitary carpeting at various locations.
1)clean and shampoo carpeting in: gr#301,205.1306hc. 2)replace soiled,insanitary worn carpeting in:105,106,108,115,309,315,409,504,508,515. 1306hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · fire escape ladder and cables in need to be serviced.
note: property manager, owner or the owner's agent needs to provide a proof of the workability of the fire escape ladders. non-working fire escape ladder is a life safety hazard and must be corrected immediately. provide a written report from a qualified service company or contractor stating that all parts and cables have tested and are functional or contact the housing inspector (within 30 days) to witness lowering the ladder in person.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · radiator in need of repair/alignment.
1)repair leaking radiator in gr#303.1001hc. 2)install a radiator handle in gr#102,105,107,108,112. 3) properly align radiator unit in gr#509.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · a variety of guestrooms were pedlocked at the time of inspection.
unable to enter the following guestrooms : 207,304,312,314,415,416. 1)remove all pedlocks and hasps from guestroom doors. 2)all unentered guestrooms are to be brought up to code.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · soiled ,worn,insanitary,torn box spring and matress at various locations.
1)replace torn,soiled,worn box spring in : 407,503. 2)replace box spring and matress in: 305,403,405,409,504,508,514.1308hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · exposed,inoperative,hazardous electrical wiring at various locations.
1)install a cover plate to walls switch in: bathroom #112,502. guestroom#308,511. 2)replace inoperative wall plug in :211. 3)replace inoperative light fixtures in #411,504.1001hc. 4)eliminate cord wiring in gr#303.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · broken windows,damaged/lacking frames,sash and hardware at various locations.
1)replace damaged,substandard,dryrotted windows, frames,sash and hardware in each public restroom and bathroom.1001hc. 2)replace broken glass in gr#414,509.1001hc. 3)replace missing sash cords to gr#403,404,502,509.1001hc. 4)install locks to gr#514,503 windows.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · walls and ceiling surfaces are in need to be painted at various locations.
1)paint hallway,stairway,public restroom,bathroom walls and ceiling surfaces on each floor with a good quality enamel base paint or equivalent.1301hc./1001hc. 2)paint walls and ceiling surfaces in :101,102,115,116,206,210,212,303,305,307,315403,405,407,409,514,515.1301hc. 3)paint closet door in gr#503. 4)replaster and spot paint damaged portions of walls and ceiling surfaces in : 307,509.1001hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · entry doors and hardware to guestrooms are defective,off hinges in need of repair/replacement.
1)secure loose strike plate in gr#211.1001hc. 2)remount door,fasten loose hinges to entry door gr#412,bathroom door #515.1001hc. 3)repair/reinforce cracked door paneling in gr#101,102,205,303 with 3/8 of an inch plywood.706hc.1001hc. 4)replace cracked substandard entry doors and hardware to gr#208,#303,as well as to each and every public restroom/bathroom with a solid core type.1001hc./706hc. 4)replace cracked door jamb with a single piece jamb in gr#107,208,308,315,403,410,411.1001hc. 5)install a strike plate to door jamb in gr#112,116,205,210,303,410,411,507.1001hc. 6)install door closures to each guestroom door,public restroom and bathroom door.912hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · lack of/defective/dangling smoke detectors at various locations.
install/repair/remount hardwired smoke detectors in the following grs: 107,108,205,211,315,409,412,502,503,504,507,508,512.908hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · discontinue use of hot plates/cooking equipment.
remove all cooking equipment,cord wiring,hot plates from individual guestrooms,constituting a potential fire hazard.1001hc./709hc.
not activeMay 14, 2002
building section · insanitary premises,accumulation of debries,soiled carpeting,dirty walls.
1)wash down walls and ceiling surfaces in #414.1306hc. 2)clean and sanitize premises throughout. remove debries. clean and desinfect sink. wash down windows, replace soiled linen,bedding in #106,305,309,504,510,511.1306hc. 3)wash down each and every guestroom,hallway ,public bathroom,shower room window.1306hc. 4)remove debries,layers of pigeon droppings,garbage,accumulation of dust from lightwells as well as from exterior window seals.1306hc 5)remove mold and mildew from wall surfaces in #514.1306hc. 6)intensify pest control measures in gr#514.1001hc. 7)intensify rodent control measures in gr#412,rodent proof area behind radiator,bed and furniture.1001hc.
not activeApr 18, 2002
interior surfaces section · clean or sanitize (1306 hc)
airwell; halls
not activeApr 18, 2002
building section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
halls; trim; all doors (or replace); 4th floor
not activeApr 18, 2002
building section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
3rd floor shower; 515
not activeApr 18, 2002
interior surfaces section · eliminate rodent infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
not activeApr 18, 2002
building section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
halls - where peeling
not activeApr 18, 2002
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
toilet & shower rooms
not activeApr 18, 2002
sanitation section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
all floors
not activeApr 18, 2002
building section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
1st floor toilet
not activeApr 18, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
515
not activeApr 18, 2002
security requirements section · replace door & frame(706 hc)
4th fl. toilet rm.; 5th fl. shower and toilet rms.; 515
not activeApr 18, 2002
interior surfaces section · eliminate cockroach infestation (1001b, 1306 hc)
throughout
not activeApr 18, 2002
plumbing and electrical section · replace window sash cord (1001(h),708 hc)
5th fl. shower
not activeApr 18, 2002
interior surfaces section · provide covers for phone/electrical panels (1001hc)
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