Inspectors evaluate noise complaints at Wonder Lounge and Bodega in San Francisco
April 19, 2022 | San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
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The San Francisco City Council meeting on July 4, 2025, focused on updates regarding local businesses and their compliance with sound regulations. Inspector Fiorentino reported on several establishments, addressing complaints and inspections that have taken place since the last meeting.
The first business discussed was Wonder Lounge, which had received six anonymous complaints. Inspector Fiorentino visited the lounge four times over the weekend and found no evidence to support the complaints. He noted that the establishment's security was thorough, and they were compliant with volume regulations. An incident report was submitted by the owner regarding an altercation nearby, although it did not involve their patrons.
Next, the council reviewed Bodega, located at 700 Columbus. This business holds a jam permit for outdoor amplified sound but does not host indoor entertainment. Three complaints had been received since the last meeting. Inspector Zavrina visited Bodega twice and confirmed compliance with the jam permit. However, he identified that the placement of outdoor speakers was causing sound disturbances in the alley. The owner was receptive to recommendations to relocate the speakers to mitigate future complaints.
Inspector Zavrina also investigated noise from a neighboring business, which was playing loud music while cleaning up for the night. He advised them to turn off the speakers or close the windows to comply with noise regulations after 10 PM.
May's was another establishment under review. Inspector Fiorentino visited in response to a sound complaint but found the business closing for the night. He observed loitering in the parklet and advised the owner to restrict access after hours. The owner expressed concerns about late-night food vendors playing loud music nearby, which he believed were the source of the complaints. Inspector Fiorentino confirmed the presence of loud street vendors during his visit and forwarded the complaint to the Department of Public Health for further action.
Lastly, Hotel Via was mentioned, with the manager confirming the acquisition of a new sound meter. An upcoming outdoor rooftop event was scheduled for July 24, and inspectors will be present to ensure compliance with sound regulations.
The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions, highlighting the ongoing efforts to address noise complaints and maintain compliance among local businesses.
The first business discussed was Wonder Lounge, which had received six anonymous complaints. Inspector Fiorentino visited the lounge four times over the weekend and found no evidence to support the complaints. He noted that the establishment's security was thorough, and they were compliant with volume regulations. An incident report was submitted by the owner regarding an altercation nearby, although it did not involve their patrons.
Next, the council reviewed Bodega, located at 700 Columbus. This business holds a jam permit for outdoor amplified sound but does not host indoor entertainment. Three complaints had been received since the last meeting. Inspector Zavrina visited Bodega twice and confirmed compliance with the jam permit. However, he identified that the placement of outdoor speakers was causing sound disturbances in the alley. The owner was receptive to recommendations to relocate the speakers to mitigate future complaints.
Inspector Zavrina also investigated noise from a neighboring business, which was playing loud music while cleaning up for the night. He advised them to turn off the speakers or close the windows to comply with noise regulations after 10 PM.
May's was another establishment under review. Inspector Fiorentino visited in response to a sound complaint but found the business closing for the night. He observed loitering in the parklet and advised the owner to restrict access after hours. The owner expressed concerns about late-night food vendors playing loud music nearby, which he believed were the source of the complaints. Inspector Fiorentino confirmed the presence of loud street vendors during his visit and forwarded the complaint to the Department of Public Health for further action.
Lastly, Hotel Via was mentioned, with the manager confirming the acquisition of a new sound meter. An upcoming outdoor rooftop event was scheduled for July 24, and inspectors will be present to ensure compliance with sound regulations.
The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions, highlighting the ongoing efforts to address noise complaints and maintain compliance among local businesses.
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