1989 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10026

The 8-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement building at 1989 Adam C. Powell Blvd in Harlem, owned by R Kenyatta Punter and constructed in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there is an open Class A violation from 2024 requiring the submission of the annual bedbug report, and an active Department of Buildings violation from September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection.

The building has shown recurring issues with heating systems, including a January 2024 apartment-specific heat complaint and a 2020 building-wide heat issue, though in both cases service was quickly restored. Between 2022-2023, multiple apartment appliance-related complaints were filed and addressed, including issues with refrigerators and electric/gas ranges, though no violations were issued. The building's health and safety record shows some concerning patterns, including documented pest control issues. A Class C violation from 2022 noted a roach infestation in apartment 11B, and a 2021 violation documented a mice infestation in apartment 12C.

However, recent rodent inspections from 2022 through 2025 have consistently passed, with the most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing no rat activity. The property has maintained compliance with regular rodent inspections, with the most recent results showing "Passed" status. The building underwent several infrastructure inspections, including an April 2023 inspection that identified issues with self-closing doors to the cellar at the public hall, which was subsequently resolved. While the building has experienced various maintenance issues, most service requests have been addressed without resulting in formal violations, and recent inspections indicate improved conditions.