293 North 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

293 North 7th Street is a 3-story, 6-unit old law tenement building located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, owned by Bill Lika and constructed in 1910. The building's records from 2023-2024 reveal several concerning patterns, particularly regarding water-related issues and safety concerns.

In early 2024, there were multiple documented problems with water leaks, mold, and water damage affecting Apartment 3L, which resulted in several Housing Maintenance Code violations. These violations, classified as Class B and C, include issues with the ceiling's plaster and paint, roof leaks, and missing safety equipment such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The building's pest control history shows a persistent rodent issue, with multiple inspections between 2019 and 2024 revealing rat activity, though the most recent inspection in August 2024 passed with no violations.

While there have been some improvements, as evidenced by the closed status of many previous complaints, several open violations remain as of 2024, particularly regarding bedbug reporting requirements and ongoing water-related issues. Multiple 311 complaints were filed throughout 2024, including reports of mold, water leaks, safety equipment problems, and a rodent sighting, though inspections generally did not result in violations being issued for these complaints. The building also experienced issues requiring emergency response due to unsafe conditions affecting basic utilities, though these problems were typically addressed promptly.