2181 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10027

This 5-story, 18-unit residential building located at 2181 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, owned by Pedro Beaufort, was constructed in 1910 and is classified as an Old Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past two years, with multiple complaints filed between 2023 and 2025, some designated as emergencies when tenants reported inadequate heating.

Most recently, in June 2025, another heat complaint was investigated but did not violate HPD housing laws, while a December 2024 complaint yielded similar results when inspectors couldn't gain access to units. The property has faced various maintenance challenges, including water leaks identified in July 2024, window frame issues (violations issued), and safety concerns in 2024-2025. Notably, there are ongoing compliance issues regarding safety equipment: a December 2024 inspection in Apartment 4E revealed violations for inadequate heating supply and missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

There is also an active ECB violation from July 2024 regarding four air conditioning units placed on fire escape windows on the west side of the building, which obstruct egress in emergencies, with a penalty of $1,250 imposed. The building has passed regular rodent inspections conducted in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past six filing periods. While the property shows consistent rodent control compliance and has no bedbug issues, the recurring heat problems and safety violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that affect basic resident services.