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1225 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0221037 10 units · 3 fl · 1925

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1225 Clay St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1925
2 or more units
10 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1925
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units10
Floors3
Year built1925
Total area8,418 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0221037
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Mailing address
135 San Pablo Ave San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
November 15, 2018

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Initial analysis

The three-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building at 1225 Clay Street, owned by Gary Tribulato Revocable Trust, was constructed in 1925 and has undergone significant maintenance and renovation work in recent years. Most notably, there have been comprehensive unit renovations completed in 2023 and 2024, including kitchen and bathroom remodels with new fixtures and appliances, floor work, and electrical rewiring with new 60-amp sub-panels in multiple units, totaling over $140,000 in improvements. However, the building has experienced several concerning incidents and ongoing maintenance issues, particularly in 2024, including multiple complaints about unauthorized construction work in Unit 2, water shutoffs without proper notification, and construction debris management issues. There were also relevant fire safety violations recorded in 2020 pertaining to extinguishers, alarm systems, and exit maintenance, though these were subsequently abated. Historical records show the building underwent private elevator installation in 1996, fire alarm system upgrades in 2002, and window replacements in 2011.

The property has faced several recurring maintenance challenges, including heating system issues (noted in 2006 and 2022), trash management problems observed in 2023, and multiple fire safety inspections revealing various concerns. More recent complaints in 2024 indicate problems with plumbing work and inadequate tenant communication regarding building-wide water shutoffs. The building's management has shown responsiveness in addressing some violations, as evidenced by multiple "Condition Corrected" notations in fire-related complaints between 2017 and 2024, though there have been recent concerns about unpermitted construction work and its impact on resident comfort and safety. The property also has a history of requiring various improvements to maintain compliance with safety codes, including window replacements and fire system updates, suggesting ongoing maintenance and system upgrade needs.

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Risk rating

How 1225 Clay St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
21stpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 889 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
26%
No DBI
violation
74%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 74%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1225 Clay St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2026
Plumbing Permit Mar 30
Unit 8: replace plumbing fixtures in kind for kitchen and bathroom remodel.
Issued
Plumbing PermitMar 30
Unit 10: replace plumbing fixtures in kind for kitchen and bathroom.

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