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373 ELLIS ST

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
other sectionⓘ11 violations
building sectionⓘ8 violations
fire section2 violations
interior surfaces section2 violations

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Elevators Everthing Else9 complaints
Mold And Mildew4 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect3 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above3 complaints
Visitor Policy Violations2 complaints
Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage2 complaints
Ventilation Inadequate Or None2 complaints
Blocked Exit Common Areas1 complaints
Security Inadequately Secured Perimeter1 complaints
Bathroom1 complaints
Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories1 complaints
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Violation log

484 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeSep 21, 2010building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.373 ellis street - unit #416
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
not activeSep 21, 2010interior surfaces sectionreplace broken glass window pane (1001(d)(h) hc)in unit #416.
not activeSep 21, 2010interior surfaces sectionrepair/replace entry door (706, 1001(b)(d) hc)repair or replace damaged entry door of unit #416 and not limited to locking device, door frame and door jamb, etc.
not activeJun 24, 2010building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.common area of subject property.
not activeJun 24, 2010other 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 activeJun 24, 2010other sectionrepair damaged ceilings (401,1001b,h,o hc)repair damaged ceiling in bathroom ceilings in both 1st and 3rd floor level. paint areas after repairs have been done.
not activeJun 24, 2010interior surfaces sectionrepair window sash frame (401,1001(h),708 hc)repair window in 5th floor common bathroom.
not activeJun 24, 2010interior surfaces sectionrepair door frame (401,1001(h),708 hc)caulk around door frame in 3rd floor bathroom.
not activeJul 6, 2007building sectionreplace defective iron gate locking device. 1001hc./706hc.1) note: exisitng locking device is cinstituting an egress obstruction . 2) install a half an inch dead latch locking device to front iron gate, openable without a key, special effort or knowledge from the inside.
not activeSep 13, 2006other sectionprovide apt. house or hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))provide hot water to all habitable units and common facilities.
not activeSep 13, 2006other 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 activeJul 26, 2006other 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 activeJul 26, 2006other sectionrepair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)the elevator doors on the 3rd and 4th floors don't close completly. have a licensed elevator maintenance company service the elevator.
not activeMar 21, 2006other sectionit 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 activeMar 21, 2006fire sectionservice the alarm panelthe trouble light for the alarm panel is lit. have the panel serviced to correct the problem.
not activeOct 31, 2005building sectioninoperative elevator.repair,reinstate inoperative elevator .sec. 1002 (b) s.f.h.c. sec. 713 s.f.h.c.
not activeMay 2, 2005other sectionprovide apt. house or hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))hot water not available in #407 at time of inspection; provide hot water.
not activeMay 2, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionrepair lightswitch (1001e hc)repair ceiling light fixture in #501.
not activeMay 2, 2005fire sectionkeep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)repair latch on door at 4th floor restroom so that door remains closed at all times.
not activeMay 2, 2005fire sectionkeep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)adjust door closers on every toilet room door and every room door so that closer closes door completely (door latches when closed).
not activeMay 2, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationscover exposed electrical wires in #502.
not activeMay 2, 2005building sectionother building violationsrepair radiators in #501, #306
not activeMay 2, 2005sanitation sectionclean or sanitize (1306 hc)window in #205, #407
not activeMay 2, 2005building sectionrepair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)window in #310 is painted shut; unstick window so it opens and closes. please check all windows throughout hotel to ensure they are not painted shut.
not activeMay 2, 2005fire sectionrecharge all fire extinguishers (905, 1001(m) hc)—
not activeMay 2, 2005security requirements sectionprovide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)#501, #503. residents have complained that someone has broken into their rooms; change deadbolt locks to prevent use of extra keys. repair doorjamb and strikeplate in #503.
not activeMay 2, 2005building sectionrepair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)in #406; window pane is loose.
not activeMay 2, 2005other sectionmiscellaneous violationscomplete all items on report dated 3/21/05 and 5/14/04. report dated 5/14/04 has not been cleared.
not activeMay 2, 2005security requirements sectionother security violationsinstall window locks: #506,
not activeApr 7, 2005other sectionrepair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)—
not activeMar 21, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionrepair toilet (1001f hc)repair toilet on 4th floor; it may be leaking into 3rd floor bathroom.
not activeMar 21, 2005interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)to ceiling, room 514, 508, 211
not activeMar 21, 2005fire sectionremove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)remove hasp from room 501 and room 401 door, so that padlock cannot be installed.
not activeMar 21, 2005sanitation sectionremove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)from basement.
not activeMar 21, 2005fire sectionkeep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)install door closer on all toilet room doors, as necessary.
not activeMar 21, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsrepair leaking radiators in the following rooms: 505, 509, 411, 406, 407. 303. 306. 307, 309.
not activeMar 21, 2005interior surfaces sectionother interior violationsreplace bottom of drawer for room 408. (section 1001(b) hc).
not activeMar 21, 2005interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)to ceiling, room 514, 508, 211
not activeMar 21, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsrepair defective wiring in the following rooms: room 305--ceiling light; remove loose wires above door at room 403; room 508--exposed wires; secure loose phone wire at room 208; room 215; exposed wires at room 114; remove old light fixture at room 502.
not activeMar 21, 2005fire sectionkeep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)install door closer on roof door.
not activeMar 21, 2005other sectionprovide non-tamperable temp.-sensing device with a + to -1 1/2 degree f. (.8 degrees c.) tol., centrally located in bldg in habitable rm (not mgr or owner's) to which heat is provided, occupied or not (701c hc)repair thermostat so that it is attached firmly to the wall. lower thermostat temperature from 75 degrees to 68 degrees, if residents complain about excessive heat.
not activeMar 21, 2005other sectionprovide heat to each occupied habitable room for 13 hrs between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and between 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. capable to maintaining a min. room temp. of 68 degrees f. (20 degrees c.). (701c hc)repair radiators in the following rooms: 503, 408.
not activeMar 21, 2005interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)repair baseboard under sink, room 510. replace missing tile around window frame in 5th floor shower room. repair window frame so it is washable and does not support mold growth. repair baseboard at room 215. replace door jamb at room 107.
not activeMar 21, 2005security requirements sectionprovide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)room 506; room 215;
not activeMar 21, 2005security requirements sectionprovide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)install or replace peepholes in the following rooms: 402, 310, 408, 310
not activeMar 21, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionrepair loose light fixture in 2nd floorand 5th floor bathroom. (1001e hc).—
not activeMar 21, 2005fire sectionother fire violationsrepair damaged transom at room 507. (section 1001(i).
not activeMar 21, 2005building sectionclean, repair, and/or replace defective windows as necessary, throughout entire hotel. all windows must be clean to provide for adequate natural light, they must be openable and must remain open unless they are manually closed. (section 1001(b) hc)defective windows observed in the following rooms: 306, 311, 414, 411, 408. 406, 407, 512 (remove window covering), 508, 416, 415, 215, 216, 116, 107, 501, 502, 506.
not activeMar 21, 2005plumbing and electrical sectionrepair toilet (1001f hc)repair loose toilet on 2nd floor. repair misaligned toilet in room 312.
not activeMar 21, 2005fire sectionrepair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)demonstrate operation of fire escape ladder upon reinspection, or provide documentation that fire escape has been serviced within the past 5 years.
not activeSep 21, 2010
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
373 ellis street - unit #416
not activeSep 21, 2010
interior surfaces section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(d)(h) hc)
in unit #416.
not activeSep 21, 2010
interior surfaces section · repair/replace entry door (706, 1001(b)(d) hc)
repair or replace damaged entry door of unit #416 and not limited to locking device, door frame and door jamb, etc.
not activeJun 24, 2010
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
common area of subject property.
not activeJun 24, 2010
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 activeJun 24, 2010
other section · repair damaged ceilings (401,1001b,h,o hc)
repair damaged ceiling in bathroom ceilings in both 1st and 3rd floor level. paint areas after repairs have been done.
not activeJun 24, 2010
interior surfaces section · repair window sash frame (401,1001(h),708 hc)
repair window in 5th floor common bathroom.
not activeJun 24, 2010
interior surfaces section · repair door frame (401,1001(h),708 hc)
caulk around door frame in 3rd floor bathroom.
not activeJul 6, 2007
building section · replace defective iron gate locking device. 1001hc./706hc.
1) note: exisitng locking device is cinstituting an egress obstruction . 2) install a half an inch dead latch locking device to front iron gate, openable without a key, special effort or knowledge from the inside.
not activeSep 13, 2006
other section · provide apt. house or hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))
provide hot water to all habitable units and common facilities.
not activeSep 13, 2006
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 activeJul 26, 2006
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 activeJul 26, 2006
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
the elevator doors on the 3rd and 4th floors don't close completly. have a licensed elevator maintenance company service the elevator.
not activeMar 21, 2006
other section · 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 activeMar 21, 2006
fire section · service the alarm panel
the trouble light for the alarm panel is lit. have the panel serviced to correct the problem.
not activeOct 31, 2005
building section · inoperative elevator.
repair,reinstate inoperative elevator .sec. 1002 (b) s.f.h.c. sec. 713 s.f.h.c.
not activeMay 2, 2005
other section · provide apt. house or hotel water heated to min. 105 degrees f. (41 degrees c.) and max. of 120 degrees f. (49 degrees c.) at hot water taps. (505d(3))
hot water not available in #407 at time of inspection; provide hot water.
not activeMay 2, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
repair ceiling light fixture in #501.
not activeMay 2, 2005
fire section · keep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)
repair latch on door at 4th floor restroom so that door remains closed at all times.
not activeMay 2, 2005
fire section · keep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)
adjust door closers on every toilet room door and every room door so that closer closes door completely (door latches when closed).
not activeMay 2, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
cover exposed electrical wires in #502.
not activeMay 2, 2005
building section · other building violations
repair radiators in #501, #306
not activeMay 2, 2005
sanitation section · clean or sanitize (1306 hc)
window in #205, #407
not activeMay 2, 2005
building section · repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
window in #310 is painted shut; unstick window so it opens and closes. please check all windows throughout hotel to ensure they are not painted shut.
not activeMay 2, 2005
fire section · recharge all fire extinguishers (905, 1001(m) hc)
not activeMay 2, 2005
security requirements section · provide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)
#501, #503. residents have complained that someone has broken into their rooms; change deadbolt locks to prevent use of extra keys. repair doorjamb and strikeplate in #503.
not activeMay 2, 2005
building section · repair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)
in #406; window pane is loose.
not activeMay 2, 2005
other section · miscellaneous violations
complete all items on report dated 3/21/05 and 5/14/04. report dated 5/14/04 has not been cleared.
not activeMay 2, 2005
security requirements section · other security violations
install window locks: #506,
not activeApr 7, 2005
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
not activeMar 21, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
repair toilet on 4th floor; it may be leaking into 3rd floor bathroom.
not activeMar 21, 2005
interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
to ceiling, room 514, 508, 211
not activeMar 21, 2005
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
remove hasp from room 501 and room 401 door, so that padlock cannot be installed.
not activeMar 21, 2005
sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)
from basement.
not activeMar 21, 2005
fire section · keep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)
install door closer on all toilet room doors, as necessary.
not activeMar 21, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
repair leaking radiators in the following rooms: 505, 509, 411, 406, 407. 303. 306. 307, 309.
not activeMar 21, 2005
interior surfaces section · other interior violations
replace bottom of drawer for room 408. (section 1001(b) hc).
not activeMar 21, 2005
interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
to ceiling, room 514, 508, 211
not activeMar 21, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
repair defective wiring in the following rooms: room 305--ceiling light; remove loose wires above door at room 403; room 508--exposed wires; secure loose phone wire at room 208; room 215; exposed wires at room 114; remove old light fixture at room 502.
not activeMar 21, 2005
fire section · keep smoke enclosure doors closed (807 hc)
install door closer on roof door.
not activeMar 21, 2005
other section · provide non-tamperable temp.-sensing device with a + to -1 1/2 degree f. (.8 degrees c.) tol., centrally located in bldg in habitable rm (not mgr or owner's) to which heat is provided, occupied or not (701c hc)
repair thermostat so that it is attached firmly to the wall. lower thermostat temperature from 75 degrees to 68 degrees, if residents complain about excessive heat.
not activeMar 21, 2005
other section · provide heat to each occupied habitable room for 13 hrs between 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and between 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. capable to maintaining a min. room temp. of 68 degrees f. (20 degrees c.). (701c hc)
repair radiators in the following rooms: 503, 408.
not activeMar 21, 2005
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
repair baseboard under sink, room 510. replace missing tile around window frame in 5th floor shower room. repair window frame so it is washable and does not support mold growth. repair baseboard at room 215. replace door jamb at room 107.
not activeMar 21, 2005
security requirements section · provide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)
room 506; room 215;
not activeMar 21, 2005
security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
install or replace peepholes in the following rooms: 402, 310, 408, 310
not activeMar 21, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair loose light fixture in 2nd floorand 5th floor bathroom. (1001e hc).
not activeMar 21, 2005
fire section · other fire violations
repair damaged transom at room 507. (section 1001(i).
not activeMar 21, 2005
building section · clean, repair, and/or replace defective windows as necessary, throughout entire hotel. all windows must be clean to provide for adequate natural light, they must be openable and must remain open unless they are manually closed. (section 1001(b) hc)
defective windows observed in the following rooms: 306, 311, 414, 411, 408. 406, 407, 512 (remove window covering), 508, 416, 415, 215, 216, 116, 107, 501, 502, 506.
not activeMar 21, 2005
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
repair loose toilet on 2nd floor. repair misaligned toilet in room 312.
not activeMar 21, 2005
fire section · repair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)
demonstrate operation of fire escape ladder upon reinspection, or provide documentation that fire escape has been serviced within the past 5 years.
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