2232 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10027

The 24-unit, 5-story building at 2232 Adam C Powell Blvd, owned by Boruch Hersh and built in 1910, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there was a cluster of heat and hot water problems reported in June 2025, with multiple complaints from tenants about building-wide service failures, though inspections indicated conditions had improved by the time of inspection. The building has also faced ongoing rodent control challenges, with multiple failed inspections, including a June 2025 inspection that recorded rat sightings.

Other recent concerns include multiple emergency maintenance requests filed in June 2025 for issues such as unsanitary conditions, heating problems, plumbing, and safety equipment, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The property has had several regulatory violations and maintenance issues in the past two years requiring attention. In 2024, there were documented problems with the building's heating system access, and multiple violations were recorded related to fire door maintenance in the cellar.

The building's boiler and external systems appear to have compliance issues, with active violations in 2023-2024 for failure to file required inspection reports. A December 2024 inspection revealed window issues in apartment 2, and there have been various health department and housing preservation complaints documented, particularly regarding heat and water service. The building's status in terms of vermin control has shown some progress, with multiple reports showing no bedbug infestations, though rodent control has required ongoing attention as evidenced by multiple baiting and inspection activities throughout 2024-2025.