The building for preservation hit by an Iranian missile was restored in just one year
Residents of the building at 7 Pinsker Street in Tel Aviv have returned to their homes just one year after an Iranian missile strike. The successful restoration was driven by a proactive tenants' committee.
When the Avraham Goldberg house was built in 1933, no one imagined it would need to withstand the blast of a half-ton missile landing dozens of meters away. The structure survived the impact, albeit with severe damage. On the night between June 15 and 16, 2025, an Iranian missile landed at the end of Pinsker Street near Allenby Street, causing heavy damage to all adjacent buildings.
Unlike other nearby buildings, where restoration has been delayed by bureaucratic procedures, the residents of the building at 7 Pinsker Street have recently returned to their renovated apartments. The project was promoted by a persistent tenants' committee led by Yehudit Raviv, an artist and owner of an apartment in the building, and Tamir Odi, a tenant.
"All the buildings in the immediate radius of the impact were severely damaged, and we were all evacuated to hotels. Our building was defined as a 'red' structure; it was not fit for habitation, but it was not designated for demolition either. The ceilings and windows flew out, and most of our contents were gone," said Raviv.
The committee took on administrative roles, managing negotiations with the Property Tax Authority, hiring contractors, and opening a dedicated bank account for restoration funds. Raviv noted that they decided against hiring an appraiser to avoid inflated damage claims and long disputes with the authorities.
Restoring the original Bauhaus building required specialized expertise. The team worked to preserve original features, including the windows, stairwell, and even the mailboxes. The total cost for the building's renovation reached several million shekels, with apartment repairs costing approximately 600,000 shekels per unit.
"I think every citizen who is harmed should take responsibility for their life and not rely only on the state. The system helps those who help themselves," Raviv concluded. The residents were supported by Adv. Amit Mor of Naschitz Brandes Amir and appraiser Ori Ness.
