163 Harman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The building at 163 Harman Street in Bushwick, owned by Solomon Kubitshuk, is a 3-story, 6-unit Old Law Tenement constructed in 1931. The property has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past several years. Most recently, in late 2024, there were multiple complaints regarding appliance malfunctions (including a refrigerator and electric/gas range), a water leak (heavy flow), door issues, and pest infestations, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints.

The building has open violations from October 2024 related to safety equipment, including defective carbon monoxide detectors and missing smoke detectors in apartment 2L, as well as door security issues at the vestibule. Historical data reveals ongoing concerns with water leaks, pest infestations, and door/window problems. The property has also faced regulatory scrutiny, with several active violations issued between 2019 and 2023 for failure to file annual boiler and low-pressure inspection reports.

Notably, there has been consistent rat activity documented through multiple rodent inspections between 2022 and 2025, though the most recent inspection in March 2025 resulted in a passing grade. The building's maintenance history suggests persistent challenges with basic infrastructure and safety systems, requiring ongoing attention from both the owner and regulatory agencies. However, the absence of bedbug reports in recent years (2023-2025) indicates successful management of this particular pest issue.