1960 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10026

The 9-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement building at 1960 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, owned by Thomasina White, is an early 20th-century structure (built in 1910) currently facing multiple maintenance challenges. Recent complaints from June 2025 indicate persistent issues with heat/hot water (affecting the entire building), mold (unsanitary conditions), water leaks (slow leaks), and paint/plaster problems.

The building has documented violations from April 2024 inspection in apartment 5B, including issues with water leaks, peeling paint, and plaster surfaces requiring repair, as well as multiple violations pertaining to the building's public hall, including problems with the roof, fire retardant materials, and interior surfaces. Emergency housing maintenance code complaints from 2025 also point to serious infrastructure concerns, including water leaks (heavy flow), plumbing issues with basins/sinks, and additional mold problems.

The property has experienced recurring rodent activity, with multiple inspections and bait applications recorded between 2024 and 2025, showing persistent rat activity despite mitigation efforts. While there have been no reported instances of bedbug infestations in recent years (with the most recent filings from 2019-2024 showing zero affected units), the building's current maintenance issues, particularly concerning water infrastructure and heating systems, suggest ongoing challenges with basic building systems. The most recent housing violations and service requests, particularly those related to heat/hot water and mold, represent the most pressing current concerns, though it's worth noting that some recent complaints were closed without violations being found during inspection.