701-709 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

701-709 Columbus Avenue is a 3-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, containing 7 units and built in 1907. The property is currently owned by Norbert Wong Separate Property Trust. Recent work has focused on accessibility compliance, with two permits granted in September 2023 to address technical infeasibility issues related to exterior steps and sidewalk maneuvering space, including repairs to power door operators and thresholds.

Previous significant improvements include a 2015 ground floor renovation of a retail space (previously a tailor shop, now a specialty grocery with liquor sales) involving plumbing and electrical upgrades, and in the same year, comprehensive fire safety upgrades were installed, including pull stations, smoke detectors, and monitoring modules. The building has experienced several compliance and maintenance challenges, particularly in 2012 when multiple violations were documented, including issues with smoke detectors, interior surfaces, electrical systems, and building stairs. These violations were all abated by November 2012, following a "no heat" complaint filed in August 2012.

Earlier records show various routine inspections and repairs, including a 2003 violation notice that required multiple repairs. The property has maintained active compliance with fire safety requirements, with the most recent fire complaint regarding Shared Spaces being corrected in March 2023. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street and sidewalk maintenance issues, including garbage and debris concerns, with multiple reports in 2024 about overflowing city garbage cans. The building's commercial space has undergone several transformations over the years, with current uses including a specialty grocery store and gelateria, while nearby sidewalk dining has been permitted under a revocable encroachment permit.