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401 VALENCIA ST

Mission · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 3554029 · Last violation Feb 2, 2026 · Last complaint Jul 9, 2026

NeighborhoodMission
More violations than 89% of nearby buildings
More violations than 89% of buildings and more complaints than 94% of buildings in Mission. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
A steady level of activity over time
Last 2 yrs: 18 violations · 13 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
4 open DBI violations
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Open fire-safety violations0
Open lead violations0
311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2010
33
2 per year avg.↑ Up 333% in the last 2 years (13 vs 3 prior 2 yrs)
Reported issues
13
Heatⓘ0
Leadⓘ0
Pestsⓘ9
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
150
5 per year avg.↑ Up 125% in the last 2 years (18 vs 8 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
4
Fire safetyⓘ0
Leadⓘ0

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
building sectionⓘ9 violations
other sectionⓘ8 violations
interior surfaces sectionⓘ4 violations
plumbing and electrical section4 violations
smoke detection section1 violations

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Electrical Hazardous Condition5 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect3 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above2 complaints
Elevators Everthing Else2 complaints
Plumbing Broken Leaking2 complaints
Mold And Mildew2 complaints
Bathroom1 complaints
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Violation log

150 DBI violations

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJan 4, 2010other 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))
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
#209: restore the hot water supply to the lavatory sink.
not activeJan 4, 2010smoke detection sectionfire alarm maintenance 908. hctesting and certification is required annually. current dated certification must be visible and posted on the fire alarm panel.
not activeJan 4, 2010other 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)demonstrate thermostat location on reinspection.
not activeAug 23, 2006———
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionclean lightwell in #202 sec 1001h.c.clean lightwell in #202 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003plumbing and electrical sectionrepair walls and repaint #508 bathroom,#416 (walls and ceiling),#316,#210 bathroom ceiling, #216 walls and ceiling. sec 1001h.c.repair walls and repaint #508 bathroom, #416 walls and ceiling,#316,#210 bathrom ceiling,#216 walls and ceiling sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionreplace smoke detectors units # 506,507, 517,516,509,510,514,515,409,410,412,414,415,408,417,405,403,401,307,301,303,305,306,307,317,316,312,315,209,211,212,214,215,217,202,101. sec1001h.c.replace smoke detectors units #506,507,517,516,509,510,511,514,515,409,416,410,412,414,415,408,417,405,403,401,307,301,303,305,307,317,316,312,315,207,211,212,214,215,217,203,202,101,sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionreplace window glass and sash cords #517,#402,#307,#306,#202,#103. sec 1001h.c.replace window glass ans sash cords #517, 402, 307,306,202,103 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003plumbing and electrical sectionrepair p-trap/remove plastic p-trap and replace with metal#310,#211,#204,#101sec 1001h.c.repair p-trap/remove plastic p-trap and replace with metal #310,#211,#204,#101 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionremove/replace carpet #315,#416 sec 1001h.c.remove/replace carpet #315,3416 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003plumbing and electrical sectionprovide cover plates #412 electric outlet,#406 lightswitch,#302 electric outlet and bathroom outlet,#303 lightswitch bathroom #215 lightswitch bathroom and room,#203 sec 1001h.c.provide cover plates #412 electric outlet sec1001h.c.406 lightswitch. #302 electric outlet and lightswitch bathroom.#303 lightswitch bathroom. ,#215 lightswitch bathroom and room.#203. sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionrepair sink faucet. #517,#105,207 sec 1001h.c.repair sink faucet #517,#105,207. sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003interior surfaces sectionprovide radiator handle #315 and any others missing sec 1001h.c.provide radiator handle #315 and any others missing sec 1001h.c.
not activeOct 2, 2001interior surfaces sectionall repairs in unit #411all repairs in unit #411
not activeOct 2, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair sink faucets sec1001h.c.repair sink faucets (2) sec1001h.c.
not activeOct 2, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair door lock sec1001h.c.repair door lock sec 1001h.c.
not activeAug 29, 2000interior surfaces sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)repair peeling paint at bathroom adjacent to room # 106, 514
not activeAug 29, 2000interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)repair water damaged ceiling at ground floor at hallway (garbage cans area )
not activeAug 29, 2000interior surfaces sectionother interior violationsrepair / replace self closing device to all bathroom at common hallways sfhc # 912. restore bathroom at hallway adjacent to room # 408 sfhc 1001.
not activeAug 29, 2000interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)repair peeling paint at bathroom adjacent to room # 106.
not activeAug 29, 2000building sectionrepair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)repair / replace glazing at bathroom next to # 514. prepair /replace window at bathroom adjacent to room # 408.
not activeAug 29, 2000interior surfaces sectioneliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)eliminate mold/mildew from bathroom ceiling next to room # 508.
not activeAug 29, 2000building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.405 valencia st (common areas)
not activeApr 10, 2000other sectioncomply with the conversion and redesignation requirements, record maintenance, record availability, and posting regulations of chapter 41 of the san francisco administrative code (hco).the following violations of the hco were found as a result of an on-site inspection by inspector r. dicks on april 27, 2000 and an examination of the hco records at the offices of the department of building inspection on may 9, 2000 by inspector r. bosque for the residential hotel known as the royan hotel located at 405 valencia street. the following violations are to be corrected immediately: 1. the weekly reports were not posted & available at the time of the on-site inspection on april 27, 2000 in violation of sections 41.9(b) & 41.11(c) of the hco. the weekly reports submitted for examination on may 9, 2000 were not properly maintained and were inconsistent with the daily logs, in violation of section 41.9(b) of the hco. 2. the daily logs were not available at the time of the on-site inspection on april 27, 2000 in violation of sections 41.9(a) & 41.11(c) of the hco. the daily logs submitted during the examination of may 9, 2000 were not properly maintained and were inconsistent with the weekly reports, in violation of section 41.9(a) of the hco. 3. the hotel owner/operator unlawfully converted and redesignated residential guest rooms to tourist use in violation of sections 41.10(a)(6) & 41.20(a)(2) of the hco. the hotel owner/operator is now instructed to submit the hotel's hco records for the period of may 9, 2000 through july 11, 2000 to inspector r. bosque for further examination on july 12, 2000 at 2:30 p.m. at the offices of the department of building inspection, 1660 mission street, 6th floor. please contact inspector bosque at (415) 558-6202 if you have any questions regarding this notice of violation.
not activeJan 21, 2000plumbing and electrical sectioncoverplate lightswitch toiletroom.replace coverplate lightswitch toiletroom by room #202.sec1001h.c.
not activeJun 17, 1999fire sectionremove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)remove trash/debri fire escapes
not activeFeb 1, 1999interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)prevent water seepage from ceiling #104 . sec 1001h.c.
not activeJul 21, 1998other sectionmiscellaneous violationsno violation, abate 7/21/98...ojw
not activeJul 21, 1998other sectionmiscellaneous violationsno violation, abate 7/21/98...ojw
not activeFeb 10, 1998fire sectionremove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)remove all egress obstruction from hallway adjacent to room #101
not activeFeb 10, 1998plumbing and electrical sectionrepair lightswitch (1001e hc)replace missing lightswitch covers at the following locations: -fourth floor toilet by room#401. -third floor toilet by room#301.
not activeFeb 10, 1998smoke detection sectionreplace smoke detector (908, 911 hc)replace all fire damaged/inoperable hardwired smoke detectors at the following locations: -fire damaged rooms#201 through 206. -room #202.
not activeFeb 10, 1998security requirements sectionprovide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)provide self closing devises at the following locations: -pent house door. -4th floor toilet room, adjacent to room#414. -adjust closer or door to garbage room at third floor level.
not activeFeb 10, 1998building sectionreplace window latches or hardware (1001(b) hc)weatherproof window at room#202, in order to prevent water infiltration
not activeFeb 10, 1998interior surfaces sectionreplace floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)replace all water damaged carpeting at the following locations: -2nd floor level, hallway area near fire damaged rooms. -room#202 -fire damaged rooms#201 through 206.
not activeFeb 10, 1998interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)patch, plaster and paint at the following locations: -ceiling at room#505. -ceiling and walls to room#202. -ceiling and walls to fire damaged rooms#201 through 206.
not activeFeb 10, 1998interior 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 activeFeb 10, 1998building sectionrepair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)repair damaged fourth (4th) step at lobby stairs
not activeJun 27, 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 activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionlocate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)—
not activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)—
not activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionpaint walls (1001b,1301 hc)—
not activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)bathroom caused by leak above
not activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)—
not activeJun 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)—
not activeMay 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionother interior violationsrepair/adjust selfcloser for all bathroom doors.
not activeMay 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)—
not activeMay 27, 1997interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)all bathrooms
not activeMay 27, 1997plumbing and electrical sectionrepair sink (1001f hc)next to all bathtubs.
not activeNov 5, 1996other sectioninspector commentsno violations at time of inspection.
not activeJan 4, 2010
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))
#209: restore the hot water supply to the lavatory sink.
not activeJan 4, 2010
smoke detection section · fire alarm maintenance 908. hc
testing and certification is required annually. current dated certification must be visible and posted on the fire alarm panel.
not activeJan 4, 2010
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)
demonstrate thermostat location on reinspection.
not activeAug 23, 2006
—
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · clean lightwell in #202 sec 1001h.c.
clean lightwell in #202 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
plumbing and electrical section · repair walls and repaint #508 bathroom,#416 (walls and ceiling),#316,#210 bathroom ceiling, #216 walls and ceiling. sec 1001h.c.
repair walls and repaint #508 bathroom, #416 walls and ceiling,#316,#210 bathrom ceiling,#216 walls and ceiling sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · replace smoke detectors units # 506,507, 517,516,509,510,514,515,409,410,412,414,415,408,417,405,403,401,307,301,303,305,306,307,317,316,312,315,209,211,212,214,215,217,202,101. sec1001h.c.
replace smoke detectors units #506,507,517,516,509,510,511,514,515,409,416,410,412,414,415,408,417,405,403,401,307,301,303,305,307,317,316,312,315,207,211,212,214,215,217,203,202,101,sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · replace window glass and sash cords #517,#402,#307,#306,#202,#103. sec 1001h.c.
replace window glass ans sash cords #517, 402, 307,306,202,103 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
plumbing and electrical section · repair p-trap/remove plastic p-trap and replace with metal#310,#211,#204,#101sec 1001h.c.
repair p-trap/remove plastic p-trap and replace with metal #310,#211,#204,#101 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · remove/replace carpet #315,#416 sec 1001h.c.
remove/replace carpet #315,3416 sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
plumbing and electrical section · provide cover plates #412 electric outlet,#406 lightswitch,#302 electric outlet and bathroom outlet,#303 lightswitch bathroom #215 lightswitch bathroom and room,#203 sec 1001h.c.
provide cover plates #412 electric outlet sec1001h.c.406 lightswitch. #302 electric outlet and lightswitch bathroom.#303 lightswitch bathroom. ,#215 lightswitch bathroom and room.#203. sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · repair sink faucet. #517,#105,207 sec 1001h.c.
repair sink faucet #517,#105,207. sec 1001h.c.
not activeMar 10, 2003
interior surfaces section · provide radiator handle #315 and any others missing sec 1001h.c.
provide radiator handle #315 and any others missing sec 1001h.c.
not activeOct 2, 2001
interior surfaces section · all repairs in unit #411
all repairs in unit #411
not activeOct 2, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair sink faucets sec1001h.c.
repair sink faucets (2) sec1001h.c.
not activeOct 2, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair door lock sec1001h.c.
repair door lock sec 1001h.c.
not activeAug 29, 2000
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
repair peeling paint at bathroom adjacent to room # 106, 514
not activeAug 29, 2000
interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
repair water damaged ceiling at ground floor at hallway (garbage cans area )
not activeAug 29, 2000
interior surfaces section · other interior violations
repair / replace self closing device to all bathroom at common hallways sfhc # 912. restore bathroom at hallway adjacent to room # 408 sfhc 1001.
not activeAug 29, 2000
interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
repair peeling paint at bathroom adjacent to room # 106.
not activeAug 29, 2000
building section · repair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)
repair / replace glazing at bathroom next to # 514. prepair /replace window at bathroom adjacent to room # 408.
not activeAug 29, 2000
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
eliminate mold/mildew from bathroom ceiling next to room # 508.
not activeAug 29, 2000
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
405 valencia st (common areas)
not activeApr 10, 2000
other section · comply with the conversion and redesignation requirements, record maintenance, record availability, and posting regulations of chapter 41 of the san francisco administrative code (hco).
the following violations of the hco were found as a result of an on-site inspection by inspector r. dicks on april 27, 2000 and an examination of the hco records at the offices of the department of building inspection on may 9, 2000 by inspector r. bosque for the residential hotel known as the royan hotel located at 405 valencia street. the following violations are to be corrected immediately: 1. the weekly reports were not posted & available at the time of the on-site inspection on april 27, 2000 in violation of sections 41.9(b) & 41.11(c) of the hco. the weekly reports submitted for examination on may 9, 2000 were not properly maintained and were inconsistent with the daily logs, in violation of section 41.9(b) of the hco. 2. the daily logs were not available at the time of the on-site inspection on april 27, 2000 in violation of sections 41.9(a) & 41.11(c) of the hco. the daily logs submitted during the examination of may 9, 2000 were not properly maintained and were inconsistent with the weekly reports, in violation of section 41.9(a) of the hco. 3. the hotel owner/operator unlawfully converted and redesignated residential guest rooms to tourist use in violation of sections 41.10(a)(6) & 41.20(a)(2) of the hco. the hotel owner/operator is now instructed to submit the hotel's hco records for the period of may 9, 2000 through july 11, 2000 to inspector r. bosque for further examination on july 12, 2000 at 2:30 p.m. at the offices of the department of building inspection, 1660 mission street, 6th floor. please contact inspector bosque at (415) 558-6202 if you have any questions regarding this notice of violation.
not activeJan 21, 2000
plumbing and electrical section · coverplate lightswitch toiletroom.
replace coverplate lightswitch toiletroom by room #202.sec1001h.c.
not activeJun 17, 1999
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
remove trash/debri fire escapes
not activeFeb 1, 1999
interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
prevent water seepage from ceiling #104 . sec 1001h.c.
not activeJul 21, 1998
other section · miscellaneous violations
no violation, abate 7/21/98...ojw
not activeJul 21, 1998
other section · miscellaneous violations
no violation, abate 7/21/98...ojw
not activeFeb 10, 1998
fire section · remove egress obstruction at (801,1001(l) hc)
remove all egress obstruction from hallway adjacent to room #101
not activeFeb 10, 1998
plumbing and electrical section · repair lightswitch (1001e hc)
replace missing lightswitch covers at the following locations: -fourth floor toilet by room#401. -third floor toilet by room#301.
not activeFeb 10, 1998
smoke detection section · replace smoke detector (908, 911 hc)
replace all fire damaged/inoperable hardwired smoke detectors at the following locations: -fire damaged rooms#201 through 206. -room #202.
not activeFeb 10, 1998
security requirements section · provide self-closing devices at exterior doors (706 hc)
provide self closing devises at the following locations: -pent house door. -4th floor toilet room, adjacent to room#414. -adjust closer or door to garbage room at third floor level.
not activeFeb 10, 1998
building section · replace window latches or hardware (1001(b) hc)
weatherproof window at room#202, in order to prevent water infiltration
not activeFeb 10, 1998
interior surfaces section · replace floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
replace all water damaged carpeting at the following locations: -2nd floor level, hallway area near fire damaged rooms. -room#202 -fire damaged rooms#201 through 206.
not activeFeb 10, 1998
interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
patch, plaster and paint at the following locations: -ceiling at room#505. -ceiling and walls to room#202. -ceiling and walls to fire damaged rooms#201 through 206.
not activeFeb 10, 1998
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 activeFeb 10, 1998
building section · repair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)
repair damaged fourth (4th) step at lobby stairs
not activeJun 27, 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 activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · locate source of water damage (703, 1001f hc)
not activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · repair source of water damage (703,1001f hc)
not activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · paint walls (1001b,1301 hc)
not activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
bathroom caused by leak above
not activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
not activeJun 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
not activeMay 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · other interior violations
repair/adjust selfcloser for all bathroom doors.
not activeMay 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
not activeMay 27, 1997
interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
all bathrooms
not activeMay 27, 1997
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
next to all bathtubs.
not activeNov 5, 1996
other section · inspector comments
no violations at time of inspection.
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