700 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 4-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 700 Broderick Street in Park North, owned by Jtom Properties LLC, has a complex history dating back to its 1900 construction. The building has faced significant regulatory challenges, most notably during 2007-2009 when it was cited for serious life safety violations, including unapproved electrical and plumbing work, potential non-compliance with fire resistance materials, and unauthorized repairs to the rear exit stairway intended as a fire escape. These violations led to multiple Notices of Violation (NOVs) and a referral to the City Attorney.

While some repairs were completed, including stairway dryrot remediation in 2008, the building's legal status as an R-2 apartment house with 4 units on 4 stories remained in question, with temporary permits showing conversion to 3 units. More recent history shows relatively minor issues, with the most recent violations primarily related to garbage and debris management as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024. A routine safety inspection was conducted in 2012, and several building permits were issued for maintenance work, including plumbing improvements in 2007 (water heater exhaust flue installation) and roofing work in 1997-1999.

The property has experienced recurring issues with exterior maintenance, as shown by numerous 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage, debris, and parking violations, as well as some ongoing tree maintenance concerns. A dwelling unit merger proposal was withdrawn, indicating potential previous interest in reconfiguring the building's unit layout. Recent inspection records show the building is currently registered with 4 units, though historical documents indicate a brief period of unit count discrepancy.