2306 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10030

The five-story Old Law Tenement building at 2306 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, owned by Boruch Hersh, has experienced numerous maintenance issues throughout 2025, with particular concerns around building systems and resident services. Most recently, in May 2025, there were two separate complaints regarding the building's bell/buzzer/intercom system, and in March 2025, a complaint about heavy water flow was filed, all of which HPD inspectors were unable to access for verification. February 2025 saw multiple concerning issues, including heat and hot water problems (both building-wide and apartment-specific), flooring concerns, and open complaints regarding wall paint/plaster and unsanitary mold conditions that remain unresolved.

The building also has a documented history of insect and rodent issues, with 2024 violations in apartment 3B for pest infestations (mice and roaches) and a bedbug incident recorded in late 2024, though previous reports (2021-2022) showed no infestations. The property has undergone several inspections and repairs throughout 2024-2025, revealing persistent infrastructure challenges. Notable violations identified in late 2024 included the need for window guard repairs in apartment 3B and multiple issues in apartment 5A, such as plumbing concerns (broken sink connection and leaky bathtub faucet), broken window casings, and defective plastered surfaces.

While most historical maintenance issues have been addressed, including some heat and hot water complaints and flooring repairs in February 2025, the building continues to exhibit recurring problems with building systems and pest management. The rodent inspections show mixed results, with some passing inspections and instances of rat activity noted in late 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 have passed. The building's age (built in 1910) and multiple open complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident services, particularly regarding access for inspections and consistent heating and water systems.