536 Williams Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 22-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 536 Williams Avenue in East New York, owned by Barry Singer and constructed in 1930, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, particularly in 2025. Most notably, there is an active pattern of violations related to mold (noted as both unsanitary conditions and emergencies), with the most recent complaint received in June 2025. The building has also faced multiple infrastructure challenges, including issues with plumbing (bathtub/shower), flooring, doors, and various general maintenance concerns. Specific violations have been documented in apartment 1D, including problems with cabinets, flooring, smoke detector, water leaks, doors, electrical service, bathroom fixtures, and evidence of rodent infestation, all noted as either Class B or Class C violations in a December 2024 inspection.

The building's recent maintenance history reveals a concerning pattern of unresolved issues, particularly in Unit 1D where multiple violations remain open as of 2024. There are also recurring rodent activity reports, with inspections in 2023 and 2024 showing consistent evidence of rat presence, though bait was applied in response to these conditions. Despite these ongoing challenges, the building has shown some stability in terms of pest management, with zero bedbug infestations reported in the past six filing periods between 2019 and 2024, and the most recent bedbug report for 2024 showing no affected units. The Department of Buildings also issued a violation in September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection, which remains active.

The building has undergone several HPD inspections in 2025, with some complaints resulting in violations while others did not. Recent inspections in June 2025 addressed various maintenance issues, including problems with plumbing, flooring, doors, and general conditions, though some complaints were closed without violations being issued. The property has a documented history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints regarding leaks and plumbing problems across various inspection dates. While some maintenance issues appear to be addressed promptly through HPD inspections and other regulatory oversight, the persistence of certain violations and the need for repeated inspections suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort.