2089 5th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10035

The 36-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 2089 5th Avenue in East Harlem, owned by Gideon Stryker and constructed in 1921, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in early 2025, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints affecting the entire building, with six separate incidents reported between January 18-26, though some of these complaints were verified as resolved through tenant contacts. More recently, in April 2025, there was an unsanitary condition complaint regarding pests, which could not be verified due to lack of access during the inspection. The building has a documented history of plumbing issues, particularly concerning radiators, with multiple complaints filed in December 2024 that could not be inspected due to access issues.

The building's maintenance records also show some concerning safety issues. In late 2024, Apartment 1E received multiple violation notices for missing carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and defective fire egress, as well as requirements to address peeling paint in the bathroom. Apartment 1I had various violations documented in October 2024, including issues with roach infestation, water leaks, and multiple repair needs such as broken plaster surfaces and refrigerator door gasket problems. A structural concern was raised in December 2021 regarding building shaking/vibration, though this was reportedly resolved.

On a positive note, the building has maintained relatively good records with regard to rodent inspections, with the most recent inspection in July 2025 showing a passing result, though there were some previous failures including indications of rat activity in July 2023. The property has a consistent record of addressing bedbug issues, with no reported infestations in the last three reporting periods (2023-2025). The building's heating system has been a recurring problem, as evidenced by multiple service requests and inspections in 2025, though some were resolved through tenant communication. The most recent infrastructure concerns appear to be plumbing-related, particularly focusing on radiator issues, though many complaints remain unresolved due to inspection access problems. While the building's violation history shows several persistent maintenance issues, particularly in the common areas and specific apartments, many of these violations have been addressed and certified as corrected through proper channels.