700-702 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The property at 700-702 5th Avenue in the Inner Richmond is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1923, currently owned by Jean Champion. The most significant recent development is an extensive renovation project, permitted in December 2024, valued at $120,000, which includes kitchen and bathroom remodels, window replacements, and closet relocations in both units. The building experienced a major fire incident in February 2013, originating in the garage area, which resulted in substantial damage requiring $80,000 in repairs, including structural work on beams and joists, smoke damage remediation, and the installation of new systems (furnaces, electrical work, and gas piping).

This fire led to building violations and compliance orders in early 2013, though these are no longer active. The property has undergone various improvements and maintenance work over the years, including electrical upgrades, plumbing modifications, and window replacements. Recent activity includes multiple 311 calls in 2024 primarily related to parking issues and street maintenance, though these are external to the building itself.

The building's maintenance record shows attention to safety concerns, with proper handling of the 2013 fire damage through permitted repairs and system upgrades. Recent complaints about illegal construction in 2014 and a combustible materials issue in 2012 were addressed promptly and marked as not active. The property's current status appears to be one of ongoing maintenance and improvement, with the most recent major work focused on modernizing both units and addressing various building systems.