FAQ

Frequently (and not so frequently) asked questions:

General

  1. Can I rent a desk or conference room for the day?  Unfortunately, our shortest membership term is 1 month long.
  2. Are pets allowed at 695 Space? Unfortunately due to the sensitivity of projects that our members handle, the liability of having pets at the space is too great.
  3. Do you offer parking? Please check Whereipark.com (disclosure: referral link) for information about nearby parking rentals.  They offer 2 parking facilities within 2-3 blocks from 695 Space.
  4. Can I receive mail at 695 Space? No, but you are welcome to receive packages at the space.

Covid-19

  1. Are you currently open?  Yes, we are currently open and have availability for new members.
  2. Do you require members to be vaccinated? Per San Francisco DPH policy, no.
  3. Do you require members to wear a mask?  Members are free to go maskless in their own work space, and must follow the current city, state, and federal regulations in common areas.  As of date of publishing, masks are not required in any areas at all.
  4. What Covid-19 provisions do you have in place?  We are following federal, state, and local guidelines to ensure the safety of our members.  This includes the following:
    • All spaces are provided with a HEPA air purifier with UV-C sanitization on request to reduce the risk of Covid-19 exposure
    • We've installed a wall-mount thermometer for all entrants to check their temperature upon arrival daily (though this is not currently required by health regulations)
    • We keep windows open (when the air quality permits) and keep our ventilation system running 24x7 to ensure fresh air.
    • All members are required to comply with our Covid-19 policy, which is based on CDC, California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and San Francisco Department of Public Health guidelines.

Memberships

  1. How much does a 695 Space membership cost?  Please see the fee schedule below:
    • Corner office: $1150/month
    • Regular spaces: $850/month
    • Mini spaces: $395/month
  2. Can I have multiple users work out of my space? Additional members can use your space for an additional fee of $50/month/person.  Of course, there is no charge for occasional guests.
  3. Do you require a deposit? Yes, we hold one month's worth of fees as a deposit; however, we have yet to withhold any amount from the deposit refunds to our departing members (except for lost key fobs/cards).

Machine Shop

  1. I don't need a space to work, but I'm interested in using the machine shop--is that possible? Unfortunately, our machine shop is available to members only.  Please consider checking out nearby Humanmade.org.
  2. Can you teach me how to use the machine shop equipment?  We are happy to orient you to the specifics of our equipment, but require you to have some prior basic familiarity with the use of each piece of equipment.

Mini Space 2

Mini space 2 spans approximately 25sq ft and comes with a custom L-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, bulletin/white board, and power strip.

Mini Space 3

The space spans approximately 25 sq ft and comes with desk with drawers, task chair, power strip, and shelf.  Bulletin/white boards available on request.

Regular Space 1

The space spans approximately 100 sq ft and comes with a custom U-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, power strip, and a connection to central shop air.  Combined with the adjacent Regular Space 2, these spaces are great for teams.  By itself, this space accommodates 1-3 people.  Curtains and bulletin/white boards are removable as you see fit.

Regular Space 4

The space spans approximately 100 sq ft and comes with a custom U-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, power strip, and a connection to central shop air.  This space accommodates 1-3 people.  Curtains and bulletin/white boards are removable as you see fit.

Mini Space 1

Mini space 1 spans approximately 25sq ft and comes with a custom L-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, bulletin/white board, and power strip.

Shop

The 695 Space shop includes the following equipment:

  • 90W Full Spectrum 24x36 laser cutter
  • Bridgeport Series I 2hp mill with 2-axis CNC
  • Harrison M300 13" lathe with DRO and full set of collets in 1/64" increments from 1/16" to 1-1/8" diameter
  • Sand blaster
  • 3-in-1 sheet metal shear/brake/roll
  • JET horizontal band saw
  • Delta vertical band saw
  • Bench grinder
  • 12" disc sander
  • 6 ton hydraulic press
  • Palmgren 2 ton arbor press

 

Corner Office

The corner office has overlooks the corner of 19th and Minnesota streets and spans approximately 135 sq ft. The space features a U-shaped desk, 4 wall cabinets, and a rotating disco ball. Additionally, the space has a task chair, several power strips, and a connection to our central shop air.

Regular Space 3

The space spans approximately 100 sq ft and comes with a custom U-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, power strip, and a connection to central shop air.  This space accommodates 1-3 people.  Curtains and bulletin/white boards are removable as you see fit.

Regular Space 2

The space spans approximately 100 sq ft and comes with a custom U-shaped desk, task chair, custom shelving, power strip, and a connection to central shop air.  Combined with the adjacent Regular Space 1, these spaces are great for teams.  By itself, this space accommodates 1-3 people.  Curtains and bulletin/white boards are removable as you see fit.

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