2064 5th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10035

2064 5th Avenue in Harlem is a 4-story, 9-unit building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Carlos Carnejo. The property has exhibited persistent rodent issues, with continuous rat activity documented through inspections from 2022 to 2025, including multiple such findings in 2024 and 2025 despite some initial inspections passing. The building has multiple open violations related to not filing annual bedbug reports since 2022, and there are three active DOB violations from June 2023 regarding failure to file external low-pressure inspection reports for 2020, 2018, and 2019. There have been significant plumbing issues, with multiple complaints and violations between 2024 and 2023 regarding toilets, sinks, and radiators, though these were generally closed without violations being issued.

Historical problems include water damage, mold, and unsanitary conditions in 2021, particularly affecting apartments 3B and 4B, with the latter unit experiencing various issues including mold, water leaks, and plaster damage. The building's maintenance history shows attention to various infrastructure issues, including roofing concerns in 2021. While some inspections resulted in the application of bait for rodent control and temporary resolutions, the recurring nature of the rodent problems suggests ongoing challenges with pest management. The property has maintained compliance with many HPD inspections, even though some required access for inspection was not granted.

The rodent inspection records indicate active management attempts, with bait applied in 2022 and ongoing inspections through 2025 continuing to document rodent presence. The building has demonstrated some responsiveness to maintenance issues, with many complaints being investigated and closed, though the recurring violations related to bedbug reporting and low-pressure inspection filings remain a concern. Most recent concerns revolve around continuing rodent issues, with inspections in 2025 confirming rat activity. The building has multiple open violations regarding bedbug reporting requirements dating back to 2022, which have not been resolved as of the current date.