236 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

This three-story, 10-unit Old Law Tenement building at 236 North 11th Street in Williamsburg, owned by Mordechai Katz and constructed in 1900, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in May 2025, there were multiple electrical problems documented, including power outages and lighting failures, with violations issued by HPD that required owner correction. These electrical issues followed a pattern of similar complaints, as there were also power outage reports in May 2025 that HPD attempted to investigate but couldn't complete the inspection.

Prior to these electrical issues, between September and November 2023, the building faced multiple non-emergency maintenance concerns including water leaks, mold problems, and wall issues, though these were eventually closed without violations. A 2022 mold complaint was addressed and closed within five days. The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs, with no reported infestations in the past five years, as evidenced by annual filings showing zero infested or eradicated units.

Additionally, a rodent inspection conducted in August 2015 resulted in a passing grade. While the recent electrical problems could indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, it's worth noting that the more historical complaints from 2023-2022, while concerning, were resolved through inspection and correction processes, with no violations ultimately issued in those cases. The building's age and history of varied maintenance issues suggest that while most problems have been addressed through proper channels, recent electrical infrastructure challenges may require further attention.