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2538 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10039

1
DOB Complaints
76
311 Housing Calls
40
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

66
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 66% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd

The five-story, 19-unit New Law Tenement building at 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Keith Gordon, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most concerning are ongoing rodent problems, with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) issuing violations in both March and June 2025, and the most recent July 2025 inspection failing for unspecified reasons.

The building has also faced multiple infrastructure challenges, including a heavy water leak and mold issues reported in June 2025, along with various housing maintenance code violations identified between August and December 2024, particularly affecting apartment 5D. These violations include problems with plaster surfaces, paint, bathroom fixtures, and safety equipment such as carbon monoxide and smoke detectors. The building's inspection history shows a mix of passed and failed rodent inspections throughout 2023-2025, with activity noted in October 2023 and July 2024, though most recent inspections have shown some improvements with bait applied and passed inspections.

Notably, the building has maintained a zero record of bedbug incidents over the past several years, with consistent reporting showing no infested units between 2019 and 2024. The property has undergone multiple HPD inspections in early 2025, though many were unable to gain access to complete their evaluations. A 2018 electrical wiring complaint was resolved with no violations found, and a 2025 sidewalk shed complaint was similarly closed with no violations.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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2538 Adam C Powell Blvd Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Harlem.

Building Characteristics

Total units 19
Year built 1920
Total area 16287 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
40
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
76
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
11
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 2538 7th Ave, New York, NY 10039
  • 201 West 147th St, New York, NY 10039

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2538 Adam C Powell Blvd Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

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Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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2538 Adam C Powell Blvd Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-03-172025-07-01Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-172025-07-01Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-172025-07-01Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-172025-07-01General-CabinetNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-172025-07-01Door/window-Window FrameEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-12-11CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT COMPACTOR CHUTE DOOR AT NORTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORYNone
2024-12-11CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT COMPACTOR CHUTE DOOR AT NORTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORYNone
2024-12-02BOpenNone5B§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-12-02BOpenNone5B§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-08-25COpenNone5D§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR UNKEYED PLASTER AT CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 5D, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-20 15:13RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-03-17 15:08RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-03-17 14:42FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-03-17 14:42UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-03-17 14:42FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16898732025-03-03CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2025-03-05No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-05)
14958782018-11-28CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2018-11-29No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2018-11-29)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-140002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-170002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-090002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-020002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-14InitialFailed for Other R
2025-04-30InitialPassed
2025-01-17InitialPassed
2024-10-04CompliancePassed
2024-07-24InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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