Dollar Tree No. 07716

1041 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA 02134
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: May 9, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Dollar Tree No. 07716, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on May 9, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about three violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Dollar Tree No. 07716 is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors throughout the store including under shelving and at the entrance with encrusted soils and debris- Establishment shall maintain a regular cleaning schedule for all areas
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Aug 22, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: At this time the establishment is being inspected/treated every three days by ECOLAB. According to the last IPM report the establishment have made great improvement in cleanliness. Work has begin and will continue to address some stuctural issues in the building regarding rodents point of entrance/harborage. Performed all required work.
590.006/6-202.16-C
95
May 20, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large amount of rodent-like droppings at the shelves under snack/food storage area (retail space) and througout the establishment floors. Last Ecolab (pest company) on 05/04/22 IPM states that several patching and repair/construction work must be performed and several cleaning areas pointed out. Follow up with all of them and provide evidence of work being scheduled/performed as described. Unclear at this point how often Ecolab treats the establishment. Provide more frequent service ( possibly weekly).
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: At this time the establishment is being inspected/treated every three days by ECOLAB. According to the last IPM report the establishment have made great improvement in cleanliness. Work has begin and will continue to address some stuctural issues in the building regarding rodents point of entrance/harborage. Performed all required work.
590.006/6-202.16-C
Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)
Inspector notes: PIC states that they currently have no dumpster and a new dumpster will be received in 7-10 days. Only one large trash barrell at this time but already filled with no additonal place to store trash. Provide more containers/barrels for the trash storage. No Site Cleanliness license posted. Provide a current Site Cleanliness License by ISD-Enviromental Services.
590.005/5-501.110-C
82
May 6, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large amount of rodent-like droppings at the shelves under snack/food storage area (retail space) and througout the establishment floors. Last Ecolab (pest company) on 05/04/22 IPM states that several patching and repair/construction work must be performed and several cleaning areas pointed out. Follow up with all of them and provide evidence of work being scheduled/performed as described. Unclear at this point how often Ecolab treats the establishment. Provide more frequent service ( possibly weekly).
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several storgae shelves filled with rodent-like droppings. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)
Inspector notes: PIC states that they currently have no dumpster and a new dumpster will be received in 7-10 days. Only one large trash barrell at this time but already filled with no additonal place to store trash. Provide more containers/barrels for the trash storage. No Site Cleanliness license posted. Provide a current Site Cleanliness License by ISD-Enviromental Services.
590.005/5-501.110-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all floor around the stored to remove loose debris and rodent-like droppings.
590.006/6-501.12-C
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar Tree No. 07716 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dollar Tree No. 07716 on file is from May 9, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dollar Tree No. 07716?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dollar Tree No. 07716.

How does Dollar Tree No. 07716 compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Dollar Tree No. 07716 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Dollar Tree No. 07716's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dollar Tree No. 07716 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dollar Tree No. 07716 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Dollar Tree No. 07716 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dollar Tree No. 07716 is inspected around two times per year on average.