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901 GEARY ST

Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0716001 · Last violation Feb 23, 2026 · Last complaint Aug 6, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
Below-average violations for the neighborhood
Fewer violations than 63% of buildings and more complaints than 75% 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: 4 violations · 18 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
All DBI violations have been resolved
Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection, by current status.
Severe0
Serious0
Minor0

What to watch forⓘ

  1. 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.

    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
  2. 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.

311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2010
72
4 per year avg.→ Stable in the last 2 years
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
39
Severeⓘ9
Seriousⓘ22
Minorⓘ8
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
179
6 per year avg.↑ Rising — no prior history
Open violations
0
No open DBI violations on record.

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
Walls, ceilings & cabinetsⓘ1 violations
No specific condition stated3 violations
See violation log below.

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Infestation Rodent Insect7 complaints
Heat Lack Of Heat6 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above5 complaints
Elevators Everthing Else4 complaints
Mold And Mildew3 complaints
Visitor Policy Violations2 complaints
Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage2 complaints
Infestation Bed Bugs2 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking2 complaints
Bathroom2 complaints
Electrical Non Hazard1 complaints
Ventilation Inadequate Or None1 complaints
Security Inadequately Secured Perimeter1 complaints
Hot Water Lack Of Hot Water1 complaints
Smoke Detectors Missing Broken Unit Interior1 complaints
Fire Alarm System1 complaints
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Violation log

179 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJan 25, 1999building sectionreplace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)in rooms 522, 524, 402, 301, 603.
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
  • California Tenant Guide
  • San Francisco Housing Code §1001(m), (n)
  • 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
    • not activeJan 25, 1999building sectionrepair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc)in room 419.
    not activeJan 25, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsreplace faucets on tubs in the following rooms: 529, 420, 617. replace missing shower head in room 521. repair leaking radiator in room 301. replace missing valve handle on radiator in room 429.
    not activeJan 25, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionrepair sink (1001f hc)unplug sink in room 524.
    not activeJan 25, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionrepair electrical outlet (1001e hc)repair light receptacles in 419, 325, 627, 615.
    not activeJan 25, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionrepair lightswitch (1001e hc)in room 229.
    not activeJan 25, 1999security requirements sectionprovide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)in rooms 226, 228, 621.
    not activeJan 25, 1999security requirements sectionprovide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)on 305
    not activeJan 25, 1999security requirements sectionprovide deadlatch locks with min 1/2" throw at exit doors (706 hc)#603.
    not activeJan 25, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionrepair toilet (1001f hc)check toilet to ensure it is flushing properly; replace missing toilet bowl lid in room 603. to prevent future problems with toilet rooms being locked when unoccupied, change locks on hallway toilet room doors so they do not lock tenants out.
    not activeJan 25, 1999fire sectionrepair smoke enclosure door (807 707 hc)on garbage room, 4th floor.
    not activeJan 25, 1999interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)to room 527, 325, 301, 624, 429, 524.
    not activeJan 25, 1999interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)in 521, 527,(bathroom) , 524, 315, 303, 612 (bathroom), 627. repair damaged walls in common hallways.
    not activeJan 25, 1999security requirements sectionother security violationsrepair damaged doors--#305, 311 (door jamb), 419, 615.
    not activeJan 25, 1999sanitation sectionother sanitation violationsdo not allow residents' cats to roam the hallways.
    not activeJan 25, 1999fire sectionother fire violationsproperly hang fire hoses, replace any missing handles and nozzles.
    not activeJan 25, 1999fire sectionprovide smoke enclosure door closer (807,707 hc)on penthouse door.
    not activeJan 25, 1999smoke detection sectionrepair central alarm system (908, 909 hc)on 2nd floor, if it has not already been repaired.
    not activeJan 14, 1999plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsrepair the leak from the residential hotel to the commercial space at 835 larkin st.
    not activeJul 22, 1998fire sectionprovide fire proofing with approved materials (809, 1001(m) hc)1)replace missing fire extinguisher on the 2nd floor. 2) replace missing fire hose nozzle on the 5th floor.
    not activeJul 22, 1998security requirements sectionprovide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)replace all missing viewers on the guestroom door on the 5th/6th floors.706hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998security requirements sectionother security violationsdesignate guest room numbers on all entry doors,lacking same.706hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998other sectionmiscellaneous violations1)replace missing locking device to6th floor hallway door, 6th floor shower room door across gr#615.1001hc. 2) replace missing shower head,shower handle, windows in public bathrooms on 3rd/4th floors.1001hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998security requirements sectionprovide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)repair/replace all damaged,inoperative door closures to: roof door, guest room doors,public bathroom doors.712hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998security requirements sectionhollow core or panel entry doors on the following units must be replaced with solid core doors or reinforced with min. 3/8" plywood or approved equal (706 hc)repair/reinforce all broken,cracked entry door panels to guest rooms #312,226.
    not activeJul 22, 1998fire sectionother fire violations—
    not activeApr 22, 1998interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)repair the damaged plaster at the ceilings of both the bathroom and the toilet room opposite #415. seek out and repair any associated leaks.
    not activeApr 22, 1998interior surfaces sectionother interior violationsrepair the non functioning elevator. (sfhc 1001-o)
    not activeApr 22, 1998sanitation sectionother sanitation violationsrestore the shower facility in the bathroom opposite #415. (sfhc 505)
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)in commercial space.
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)in commercial space.
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)—
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)take steps to prevent drains from becoming clogged with garbage. provide garbage containers near elevators if necessary. clean lightwells as often as necessary to prevent drains from becoming clogged.
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)—
    not activeMar 6, 1998interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)—
    not activeJan 12, 1998building sectionother building violationsrepair the damaged base of the lightwell which is causing water to leak through the ceiling of 839 larkin st.
    not activeNov 17, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)shower room next to unit # 503.
    not activeNov 17, 1997sanitation sectionclean or sanitize (1306 hc)garbage rooms & hallways regularly.
    not activeNov 17, 1997sanitation sectionkeep garbage receptacles covered (1304 hc)inside garbage rooms.
    not activeNov 17, 1997sanitation sectionother sanitation violationsrepair/replace all defective/missing door closer for garbage rooms.
    not activeNov 17, 1997security requirements sectionprovide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)adjust/repair self closer for roof door.
    not activeOct 9, 1997smoke detection sectionreplace smoke detector (908, 911 hc)in room #216 and #229.
    not activeOct 9, 1997interior 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 activeOct 9, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)repair damaged paint in rooms #218, #309, #314. repair the hole in the ceilings in rooms #203, #214, #304, #305, #316. you are required file a plumbing permit application to seek out and repair all associated leaks from plumbing fixtures.
    not activeOct 9, 1997interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)locate source of waterdamage in above noted rooms and make all necessary repairs with plumbing permit.
    not activeOct 9, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)repair source of waterdamage in above noted rooms and make all necessary repairs with a plumbing permit.
    not activeOct 9, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)repair all holes and damaged paint in rooms #203, #309, #316. repair the damaged wall in the second floor common hallway. where the walls have been seriously waterdamaged a building permit application will be necessary for repairs.
    not activeOct 9, 1997sanitation sectionclean or sanitize (1306 hc)thoroughly clean the second floor common bathroom.
    not activeOct 9, 1997sanitation sectionremove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)permanently remove all garbage from the second floor rooftop innercourt.
    not activeOct 9, 1997plumbing and electrical sectionremove cord wiring (1001-e hc)in #218 remove the cord wiring from the bathroom and repair the receptacle in the living room.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
    in rooms 522, 524, 402, 301, 603.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    building section · repair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc)
    in room 419.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
    replace faucets on tubs in the following rooms: 529, 420, 617. replace missing shower head in room 521. repair leaking radiator in room 301. replace missing valve handle on radiator in room 429.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
    unplug sink in room 524.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · repair electrical outlet (1001e hc)
    repair light receptacles in 419, 325, 627, 615.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
    in room 229.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
    in rooms 226, 228, 621.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    security requirements section · provide single cylinder deadbolt locks with a minimum 1" throw for entry doors of the following units. (706 hc)
    on 305
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    security requirements section · provide deadlatch locks with min 1/2" throw at exit doors (706 hc)
    #603.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
    check toilet to ensure it is flushing properly; replace missing toilet bowl lid in room 603. to prevent future problems with toilet rooms being locked when unoccupied, change locks on hallway toilet room doors so they do not lock tenants out.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    fire section · repair smoke enclosure door (807 707 hc)
    on garbage room, 4th floor.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
    to room 527, 325, 301, 624, 429, 524.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
    in 521, 527,(bathroom) , 524, 315, 303, 612 (bathroom), 627. repair damaged walls in common hallways.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    security requirements section · other security violations
    repair damaged doors--#305, 311 (door jamb), 419, 615.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    sanitation section · other sanitation violations
    do not allow residents' cats to roam the hallways.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    fire section · other fire violations
    properly hang fire hoses, replace any missing handles and nozzles.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    fire section · provide smoke enclosure door closer (807,707 hc)
    on penthouse door.
    not activeJan 25, 1999
    smoke detection section · repair central alarm system (908, 909 hc)
    on 2nd floor, if it has not already been repaired.
    not activeJan 14, 1999
    plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
    repair the leak from the residential hotel to the commercial space at 835 larkin st.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    fire section · provide fire proofing with approved materials (809, 1001(m) hc)
    1)replace missing fire extinguisher on the 2nd floor. 2) replace missing fire hose nozzle on the 5th floor.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
    replace all missing viewers on the guestroom door on the 5th/6th floors.706hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    security requirements section · other security violations
    designate guest room numbers on all entry doors,lacking same.706hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    other section · miscellaneous violations
    1)replace missing locking device to6th floor hallway door, 6th floor shower room door across gr#615.1001hc. 2) replace missing shower head,shower handle, windows in public bathrooms on 3rd/4th floors.1001hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    security requirements section · provide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)
    repair/replace all damaged,inoperative door closures to: roof door, guest room doors,public bathroom doors.712hc.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    security requirements section · hollow core or panel entry doors on the following units must be replaced with solid core doors or reinforced with min. 3/8" plywood or approved equal (706 hc)
    repair/reinforce all broken,cracked entry door panels to guest rooms #312,226.
    not activeJul 22, 1998
    fire section · other fire violations
    not activeApr 22, 1998
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    repair the damaged plaster at the ceilings of both the bathroom and the toilet room opposite #415. seek out and repair any associated leaks.
    not activeApr 22, 1998
    interior surfaces section · other interior violations
    repair the non functioning elevator. (sfhc 1001-o)
    not activeApr 22, 1998
    sanitation section · other sanitation violations
    restore the shower facility in the bathroom opposite #415. (sfhc 505)
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
    in commercial space.
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    in commercial space.
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
    take steps to prevent drains from becoming clogged with garbage. provide garbage containers near elevators if necessary. clean lightwells as often as necessary to prevent drains from becoming clogged.
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
    not activeMar 6, 1998
    interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
    not activeJan 12, 1998
    building section · other building violations
    repair the damaged base of the lightwell which is causing water to leak through the ceiling of 839 larkin st.
    not activeNov 17, 1997
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    shower room next to unit # 503.
    not activeNov 17, 1997
    sanitation section · clean or sanitize (1306 hc)
    garbage rooms & hallways regularly.
    not activeNov 17, 1997
    sanitation section · keep garbage receptacles covered (1304 hc)
    inside garbage rooms.
    not activeNov 17, 1997
    sanitation section · other sanitation violations
    repair/replace all defective/missing door closer for garbage rooms.
    not activeNov 17, 1997
    security requirements section · provide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)
    adjust/repair self closer for roof door.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    smoke detection section · replace smoke detector (908, 911 hc)
    in room #216 and #229.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    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 activeOct 9, 1997
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
    repair damaged paint in rooms #218, #309, #314. repair the hole in the ceilings in rooms #203, #214, #304, #305, #316. you are required file a plumbing permit application to seek out and repair all associated leaks from plumbing fixtures.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
    locate source of waterdamage in above noted rooms and make all necessary repairs with plumbing permit.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
    repair source of waterdamage in above noted rooms and make all necessary repairs with a plumbing permit.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
    repair all holes and damaged paint in rooms #203, #309, #316. repair the damaged wall in the second floor common hallway. where the walls have been seriously waterdamaged a building permit application will be necessary for repairs.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    sanitation section · clean or sanitize (1306 hc)
    thoroughly clean the second floor common bathroom.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    sanitation section · remove rubbish or trash (1306,1307 hc)
    permanently remove all garbage from the second floor rooftop innercourt.
    not activeOct 9, 1997
    plumbing and electrical section · remove cord wiring (1001-e hc)
    in #218 remove the cord wiring from the bathroom and repair the receptacle in the living room.
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