2251 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10027

The five-story, 9-unit tenement building at 2251 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, built in 1910 and currently owned by Adi Selimovic, has experienced significant recurring issues with its heat and hot water systems throughout 2025. From March through July 2025, there were multiple documented complaints about no heat or hot water, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, with recent emergency complaints still being addressed as of July 2025. The building has faced challenges with sanitation in recent months, particularly regarding garbage and recycling storage, with multiple violations issued in May 2025.

Historical data shows a pattern of sanitation issues, with violations recorded in 2024 for garbage accumulation and rodent infestations in public areas, though recent rodent inspections in 2025 have passed. The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to security and safety concerns, with violations recorded in 2024 regarding defective locks and doors, though these were subsequently closed. The property has maintained a generally clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with most recent reports (2023-2025) showing no active infestations, though there was one instance in 2021 with a single unit affected.

Recent complaints regarding the bell/buzzer/intercom system and door issues remain open as of July 2025, suggesting these problems are still pending resolution. The building's emergency boiler complaints in July 2025 have also encountered access issues during inspections. While some violations have been promptly addressed and closed, the recurring nature of heat/hot water issues and ongoing sanitation concerns suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.