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550 LARKIN ST

Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0336014 · Last violation Jun 24, 2026 · Last complaint Sep 22, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
Above-average violations for the neighborhood
More violations than 76% of buildings and more complaints than 81% of buildings in Tenderloin. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
More activity recently than in past years
Last 2 yrs: 40 violations · 45 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
1 open fire-safety violation
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe1
Serious7
Minor4

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. 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.
311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2013
54
4 per year avg.↑ Up 543% in the last 2 years (45 vs 7 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
53
Severeⓘ13
Seriousⓘ31
Minorⓘ9
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1999
128
5 per year avg.↑ Up 1233% in the last 2 years (40 vs 3 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
12
Severeⓘ1
Seriousⓘ7
Minorⓘ4

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
General disrepairⓘ6 violations
Fire safetyⓘ6 violations
Floors & stairsⓘ3 violations
Moldⓘ2 violations
Plumbingⓘ2 violations
Smoke detectorsⓘ2 violations
Cleanliness & refuseⓘ1 violations
No specific condition stated25 violations
6 still open. See violation log below.

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Elevators Everthing Else19 complaints
Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories8 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above6 complaints
Mold And Mildew5 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect4 complaints
Fire Alarm System2 complaints
Blocked Exit Common Areas2 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking1 complaints
Doors Windows Broken Defective1 complaints
Electrical Non Hazard1 complaints
Fire Hazard1 complaints
Garbage Receptacles1 complaints
Infestation Bed Bugs1 complaints
Mail Service Delivery Problem1 complaints
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Violation log

116 DBI violations · Closed

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJan 19, 2010interior surfaces sectioneliminate mold/mildew on walls (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)in livingroom on right side of room in apartment# 602.
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
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
  • Tenants here have reported mold.
    Worth checkingⓘ
    Look for dark spots on walls, floors and ceilings, and for dry or wet spots, flaking or bubbling, or a damp or moldy smell, especially in bathrooms and closets.
    details ▸

    San Francisco's Health Code treats visible or otherwise demonstrable mold or mildew in a residential building as a public health nuisance in its own right. Under state law, mold that the landlord has notice of and that affects livability or health can also breach the implied warranty of habitability.

    • California Tenant Guide
    • San Francisco Health Code §581(b)(6)
    • not activeJan 19, 2010plumbing and electrical sectionprovide a permanent heat source capable of maintaining a minimum room temperature of 68 degrees f. (20 degrees c.). (701c hc) do not use plug in type of heating devices due to the unknown type of wiring, capacity or load of the electrical system. *note* electrical permit required—
    not activeJan 19, 2010other sectioninspector commentsinspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on wednesday, 24-february-2010 at 2:30 pm. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact inspector galvis to confirm appointment at 415-558-6513. it is the property owners 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 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. on scheduled reinspection day, provide the inspector with a full access to all common and public areas per attached checklist. your cooperation is appreciated.
    not activeDec 5, 2003building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.550 larkin street, unit 601 and common areas.
    not activeDec 5, 2003building sectionrepair weather proofing at roof (1001(h),703 hc)water damaged was observed on the 6th floor, all areas.
    not activeDec 5, 2003building sectionbuilding permit required (301 hc)all repair/replacement work to be conducted under appropriate permits.
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)in unit 601, common hallways on the 6th floor and stairs to roof.
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)in unit 601, common hallways on the 6th floor and stairs to roof.
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior 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.—
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)after repairs are done.
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior surfaces sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)after repairs are done.
    not activeDec 5, 2003interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)at skylight.
    not activeDec 5, 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 activeJun 23, 1999interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)replaster damaged hallway ceiling surfaces on 6th floor.1001hc.
    not activeJun 23, 1999fire sectionrepair fire proofing with approved materials (hc 1001(m), 809)repair fireproofing to basement ceiling with 5/8 of an inch sheetrock type x or equivalent.1001hc.
    not activeJun 23, 1999other sectionmiscellaneous violationsreplace deterioarated steam line insulations.1001hc.
    not activeJan 19, 2010
    interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on walls (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
    in livingroom on right side of room in apartment# 602.
    not activeJan 19, 2010
    plumbing and electrical section · provide a permanent heat source capable of maintaining a minimum room temperature of 68 degrees f. (20 degrees c.). (701c hc) do not use plug in type of heating devices due to the unknown type of wiring, capacity or load of the electrical system. *note* electrical permit required
    not activeJan 19, 2010
    other section · inspector comments
    inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection: i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on wednesday, 24-february-2010 at 2:30 pm. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact inspector galvis to confirm appointment at 415-558-6513. it is the property owners 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 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. on scheduled reinspection day, provide the inspector with a full access to all common and public areas per attached checklist. your cooperation is appreciated.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    550 larkin street, unit 601 and common areas.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    building section · repair weather proofing at roof (1001(h),703 hc)
    water damaged was observed on the 6th floor, all areas.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    building section · building permit required (301 hc)
    all repair/replacement work to be conducted under appropriate permits.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    in unit 601, common hallways on the 6th floor and stairs to roof.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
    in unit 601, common hallways on the 6th floor and stairs to roof.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    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.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
    after repairs are done.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
    after repairs are done.
    not activeDec 5, 2003
    interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
    at skylight.
    not activeDec 5, 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 activeJun 23, 1999
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    replaster damaged hallway ceiling surfaces on 6th floor.1001hc.
    not activeJun 23, 1999
    fire section · repair fire proofing with approved materials (hc 1001(m), 809)
    repair fireproofing to basement ceiling with 5/8 of an inch sheetrock type x or equivalent.1001hc.
    not activeJun 23, 1999
    other section · miscellaneous violations
    replace deterioarated steam line insulations.1001hc.
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