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1009 HOWARD ST

South of Market · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 3731001 · Last violation Jul 16, 2025 · Last complaint Feb 19, 2026

NeighborhoodSouth of Market
More violations than 85% of nearby buildings
More violations than 85% of buildings and more complaints than 78% of buildings in South of Market. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
More activity recently than in past years
Last 2 yrs: 22 violations · 12 complaints
'24'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
4 open DBI violations
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe0
Serious3
Minor1

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. 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.

311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2017
14
1 per year avg.↑ Up 1100% in the last 2 years (12 vs 1 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
13
Severeⓘ2
Seriousⓘ10
Minorⓘ1
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 2005
37
2 per year avg.↑ Rising — no prior history
Open violations
4
Severeⓘ0
Seriousⓘ3
Minorⓘ1

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
Heating equipmentⓘ8 violations
Heat / hot waterⓘ2 violations
Exterior & windowsⓘ2 violations
Plumbingⓘ1 violations
Walls, ceilings & cabinetsⓘ1 violations
Floors & stairsⓘ1 violations
Ventilation & lightⓘ1 violations
No specific condition stated21 violations
3 still open. See violation log below.

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Infestation Rodent Insect4 complaints
Mold And Mildew3 complaints
Infestation Bed Bugs2 complaints
Hot Water Lack Of Hot Water1 complaints
Doors Windows Broken Defective1 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking1 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above1 complaints
Heat Lack Of Heat1 complaints
Hide violations (37) ↑See complaints (14) →

Violation log

37 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJul 16, 2025Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C15268697, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
  • California Tenant Guide
  • SF.gov, Keeping your building free of vermin
  • 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 activeJul 16, 2025Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374492, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeJul 16, 2025Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374490, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeJul 16, 2025Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C16273240, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeApr 29, 2025building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 360 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeApr 29, 2025interior surfaces sectionrepair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)repair/replace the flooring in the unit as needed. the following was noted at the time of inspection: a) flooring in living room/kitchen area was damaged. b) areas of damaged carpet were noted in the rear right bedroom. c) the linoleum was not sealed at the bathtub.
    not activeApr 29, 2025other sectioninspector commentsdue to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 6, 2025building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 740 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeMar 6, 2025plumbing and electrical sectionprovide adequate lighting (504g hc)repair/replace the recessed light fixture in the living room.
    not activeMar 6, 2025other sectionprovide heat to each occupied habitable room capable of maintaining a min. room temp. of 70 degrees f. (21 degrees c.). (701(a) hc) general dilapidation or improper maintenance 1001.(b)(13) hcrepair/replace the controls to he heating unit as needed. at the time of inspection the heat in the unit was at 70 f but it could not be confirmed that the controls to the heat were operational. demonstrate that the controls to the heat are operational at re-inspection.
    not activeMar 6, 2025other sectioninspector commentsdue to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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.
    OpenJan 24, 2025building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 910 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    OpenJan 24, 2025interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings and walls (1001b,h,o hc)repair, patch, texture, and paint the walls and ceilings in the unit as needed. at the time of inspection it was noted that there was damage at the ceiling and wall in the hall opposite the entrance to unit.
    OpenJan 24, 2025plumbing and electrical sectionmake necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)replace the missing control knob at the shower. ensure that the shower is fully functional at the time of re-inspection.
    OpenJan 24, 2025other sectioninspector commentsdue to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 20, 2024building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 440 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeNov 20, 2024other sectionprovide heat to each occupied habitable room capable of maintaining a min. room temp. of 70 degrees f. (21 degrees c.). (701(a) hc)repair/replace the heating unit in the bedroom.
    not activeNov 20, 2024other sectioninspector commentsdue to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 15, 2024building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 440 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeNov 15, 2024building sectionkitchen appliances in unit - (505(c)sfhc)repair/replace the stove in the unit as needed. at the time of inspection the oven did not work.
    not activeNov 15, 2024plumbing and electrical sectionmake necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)make repairs as needed to the shower in the unit. at the time of inspection it was noted that the control for the valve at the shower was blocked by a grab bar that had been installed. ***note: if the grab bar is to be removed and re-installed in a different location a completed building permit will be required to abate this case.
    not activeNov 15, 2024other sectioninspector commentsdue to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeApr 23, 2018Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C16273240, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374492, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C15269697, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018Heating equipment—No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374490, CMC 1022
    not activeFeb 28, 2014DBI code violation—Failure to comply with Vacant Building Ordinance 194-09: (S.F.B.C. 103A.4)
    not activeMay 18, 2010DBI code violation—Failure to comply with Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance (194-09), which requires the following action: The Submittal of completed Application for Registration of Vacant or Abandoned Buildings and payment of initial registration fee in the amount of $765.00
    not activeAug 29, 2007building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.complaint inspection regarding partially collapsed and unsafe wood structure along the west side of 200 06th street.
    not activeAug 29, 2007building sectionunsafe and hazardous condition along the west side (1001(b)(13)hc)eliminate or remove the partially collapsing wood structure from the west side of the subject property, or secure and provide an engineering report stating that the structure is safe to keep in place at its present condition. note: the existing condition constitutes a hazardous condition and a public nuisance.
    not activeAug 29, 2007other sectioninspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection:i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 28-september-2007 at 12:00 noon. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact housing inspector tim mansur at (415) 558-6514 if you have any questions, want to reschedule or confirm the time or day of reinspection. your cooperation is appreciated.
    not activeMay 24, 2007DBI code violation—BLDG HAS BEEN DAMAGED AT THE CORNER OF 6TH ST AND HOWARD ST.
    not activeMay 24, 2007DBI code violation—FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 1ST NOV DATED 5/25/07 THEREFORE THIS DEPARTMENT HAS STARTED ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS.
    not activeApr 14, 2006Exterior & windows—PIECE OF WOOD HAS FALLEN FROM PARAPET AT ROOF APPROX 1"X6"X8'. THIS BLDG HAS HAD NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE BLDG TO PEDESTRIANS IN THE PAST.
    not activeApr 14, 2006DBI code violation—FAILED TO COMPLY WITH 1ST NOV DATED 4/14/06, THEREFORE THIS DEPARTMENT HAS STARTED ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS.
    not activeSep 29, 2005Exterior & windows—Broken window panes at by on front of property pose a hazard to pedectrians below. Remove glass from all broken and cracked window to remove hazard. You failed to comply with Notice of Violation dated 9/29/05 this is your second notice of Violation. SFBC Section 3402 UBC, 1001 H SFHC, 102 UBC
    not activeSep 29, 2005DBI code violation—Building is unsafe due to broken windows above public side walk. Furniture attached to front of building appears unsafe.
    not activeJul 16, 2025
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C15268697, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeJul 16, 2025
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374492, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeJul 16, 2025
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374490, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeJul 16, 2025
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C16273240, CMC 1022. Monthly monitoring fee applies. Code Sec: SFBC 110A, Table 1A-K
    not activeApr 29, 2025
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 360 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeApr 29, 2025
    interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
    repair/replace the flooring in the unit as needed. the following was noted at the time of inspection: a) flooring in living room/kitchen area was damaged. b) areas of damaged carpet were noted in the rear right bedroom. c) the linoleum was not sealed at the bathtub.
    not activeApr 29, 2025
    other section · inspector comments
    due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 6, 2025
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 740 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeMar 6, 2025
    plumbing and electrical section · provide adequate lighting (504g hc)
    repair/replace the recessed light fixture in the living room.
    not activeMar 6, 2025
    other section · provide heat to each occupied habitable room capable of maintaining a min. room temp. of 70 degrees f. (21 degrees c.). (701(a) hc) general dilapidation or improper maintenance 1001.(b)(13) hc
    repair/replace the controls to he heating unit as needed. at the time of inspection the heat in the unit was at 70 f but it could not be confirmed that the controls to the heat were operational. demonstrate that the controls to the heat are operational at re-inspection.
    not activeMar 6, 2025
    other section · inspector comments
    due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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.
    OpenJan 24, 2025
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 910 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    OpenJan 24, 2025
    interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings and walls (1001b,h,o hc)
    repair, patch, texture, and paint the walls and ceilings in the unit as needed. at the time of inspection it was noted that there was damage at the ceiling and wall in the hall opposite the entrance to unit.
    OpenJan 24, 2025
    plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
    replace the missing control knob at the shower. ensure that the shower is fully functional at the time of re-inspection.
    OpenJan 24, 2025
    other section · inspector comments
    due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 20, 2024
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 440 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeNov 20, 2024
    other section · provide heat to each occupied habitable room capable of maintaining a min. room temp. of 70 degrees f. (21 degrees c.). (701(a) hc)
    repair/replace the heating unit in the bedroom.
    not activeNov 20, 2024
    other section · inspector comments
    due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 15, 2024
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    this notice of violation describes violations found at unit 440 of the subject property located at 1009 howard st.
    not activeNov 15, 2024
    building section · kitchen appliances in unit - (505(c)sfhc)
    repair/replace the stove in the unit as needed. at the time of inspection the oven did not work.
    not activeNov 15, 2024
    plumbing and electrical section · make necessary repairs to tub/shower (1001 hc)
    make repairs as needed to the shower in the unit. at the time of inspection it was noted that the control for the valve at the shower was blocked by a grab bar that had been installed. ***note: if the grab bar is to be removed and re-installed in a different location a completed building permit will be required to abate this case.
    not activeNov 15, 2024
    other section · inspector comments
    due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) 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 activeApr 23, 2018
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C16273240, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374492, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no C15269697, CMC 1022
    not activeApr 23, 2018
    Heating equipment
    No permit to operate the boiler. serial no G16374490, CMC 1022
    not activeFeb 28, 2014
    DBI code violation
    Failure to comply with Vacant Building Ordinance 194-09: (S.F.B.C. 103A.4)
    not activeMay 18, 2010
    DBI code violation
    Failure to comply with Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance (194-09), which requires the following action: The Submittal of completed Application for Registration of Vacant or Abandoned Buildings and payment of initial registration fee in the amount of $765.00
    not activeAug 29, 2007
    building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
    complaint inspection regarding partially collapsed and unsafe wood structure along the west side of 200 06th street.
    not activeAug 29, 2007
    building section · unsafe and hazardous condition along the west side (1001(b)(13)hc)
    eliminate or remove the partially collapsing wood structure from the west side of the subject property, or secure and provide an engineering report stating that the structure is safe to keep in place at its present condition. note: the existing condition constitutes a hazardous condition and a public nuisance.
    not activeAug 29, 2007
    other section · inspector comments regarding "follow up" reinspection:
    i have scheduled a reinspection of your building on friday, 28-september-2007 at 12:00 noon. reinspection of premise to include all areas referenced above. please contact housing inspector tim mansur at (415) 558-6514 if you have any questions, want to reschedule or confirm the time or day of reinspection. your cooperation is appreciated.
    not activeMay 24, 2007
    DBI code violation
    BLDG HAS BEEN DAMAGED AT THE CORNER OF 6TH ST AND HOWARD ST.
    not activeMay 24, 2007
    DBI code violation
    FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 1ST NOV DATED 5/25/07 THEREFORE THIS DEPARTMENT HAS STARTED ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS.
    not activeApr 14, 2006
    Exterior & windows
    PIECE OF WOOD HAS FALLEN FROM PARAPET AT ROOF APPROX 1"X6"X8'. THIS BLDG HAS HAD NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE BLDG TO PEDESTRIANS IN THE PAST.
    not activeApr 14, 2006
    DBI code violation
    FAILED TO COMPLY WITH 1ST NOV DATED 4/14/06, THEREFORE THIS DEPARTMENT HAS STARTED ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS.
    not activeSep 29, 2005
    Exterior & windows
    Broken window panes at by on front of property pose a hazard to pedectrians below. Remove glass from all broken and cracked window to remove hazard. You failed to comply with Notice of Violation dated 9/29/05 this is your second notice of Violation. SFBC Section 3402 UBC, 1001 H SFHC, 102 UBC
    not activeSep 29, 2005
    DBI code violation
    Building is unsafe due to broken windows above public side walk. Furniture attached to front of building appears unsafe.