2204 Fredrick Douglass Bl, Manhattan, NY 10026

The 5-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building at 2204 Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem, built in 1910 and currently owned by Daniel Goldbard, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in February 2025, the entire building experienced heat and hot water problems that were reported as emergencies, though these issues were subsequently indicated to be resolved by building personnel according to HPD.

The building underwent an extensive inspection process in November 2024, revealing various conditions including electrical outlet and smoke detector violations (both categorized as safety issues), unsanitary mold conditions, plumbing issues, and problems with windows and doors. These inspections also confirmed violations related to the building's electrical systems and safety equipment. Additional concerning patterns have emerged in 2025, with multiple rodent activity inspections showing positive rat activity and requiring bait application throughout the year.

Earlier violations include significant water-related issues in July 2024 involving leaks in Apartment 2B's bathroom ceiling and hallway, as well as mold problems in the bathroom. The building's history also shows a series of compliance and maintenance issues, including problems with the boiler system in 2022, multiple failed access attempts for inspections, and violations related to window repairs and electrical systems specifically in Apartment 3B in November 2024, which were certified as corrected by December 2024. Despite these ongoing maintenance challenges, the building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations in its annual monitoring filings since 2019, and recent inspections have indicated the presence of bait applications for rodent control rather than permanent infestations.