In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the urgent need for condemnation of the Water's Edge property, a 13-story high-rise with a troubling history of code violations that jeopardize tenant safety. The building, which houses 91 units with 41 currently occupied, has faced ongoing issues since 2017, including nonfunctioning life safety systems that violate state sanitary, building, and fire codes.

City representatives emphasized that the decision to pursue condemnation was not made lightly, citing Water's Edge's persistent neglect and failure to address serious safety concerns. The property has a documented history of violations, particularly regarding fire safety systems, which have remained unresolved despite numerous enforcement efforts over the years.

The situation escalated in November 2022 when the Revere Fire Department responded to reports of significant water damage and discovered that the fire alarm panel was inoperable. Following this incident, the fire department mandated that Water's Edge hire a fire watch at their own expense to mitigate risks while the building's issues were addressed. However, the city later issued another order to correct on December 21, 2022, highlighting ongoing life safety and sanitary violations, including the need for a complete replacement of the outdated fire alarm panel.

Officials reiterated that the health and safety of tenants and the surrounding community are at stake, and the city is committed to taking necessary actions to protect them. The meeting underscored the critical nature of the situation at Water's Edge, as the property continues to pose significant risks to its residents and the public.