26 Macombs Place, Manhattan, NY 10039

26 Macombs Place is a 6-story, 33-unit residential building constructed in 1920 in Harlem, currently owned by Ed Allen. The building has experienced numerous maintenance and service issues over the past year, with particular concerns regarding utilities and sanitation. Most recently, in June 2025, there were complaints about power outages and cooking gas issues, though inspections were unable to be completed.

The building has ongoing pest control efforts, with multiple inspections in 2025 showing rat activity and the application of bait. There are three active Department of Buildings ECB violations from 2023-2024, including one regarding a misinstalled gas meter and another concerning a debris-filled boiler room, with associated penalties of $1,250 and $3,125 respectively. The building has a history of various infrastructure problems that have affected resident comfort and safety, including heating and hot water issues, plumbing problems, and electrical concerns. Housing Maintenance Code violations from December 2024 focus on multiple maintenance needs in apartment 32, including water leaks, defective cabinetry, and issues with plastered surfaces in several rooms.

The property has shown some management responsiveness, with many recent complaints being closed after verification of repairs, though some issues remain persistent. The building's maintenance history shows regular inspections and permit applications for various construction and repair work, particularly between 2018-2019, indicating ongoing management attention to building systems. While there have been periodic bedbug infestations recorded between 2019-2023, recent reports show no current infestations. The property has maintained active engagement with city agencies for both routine compliance and emergency responses, as evidenced by various service requests and inspections throughout the past several years.