682 Academy Street, Manhattan, NY 10034

The 30-unit, 5-story New Law tenement building at 682 Academy Street in Inwood, owned by Jorge Guaraca, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple incidents of mold (2024, 2023), plumbing problems affecting sinks and bathtubs (2024), electrical issues including a gas range complaint (2025), and various problems with floors and windows.

A significant cluster of complaints in August 2024 involved multiple systems including unsanitary conditions, plumbing issues, and flooring concerns, though no violations were ultimately issued for most of these complaints. The building has also faced concerning safety issues, with violations recorded in 2024 for defective window counterbalances and faulty safety equipment in apartment 51, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Earlier records from 2023 show multiple violations in apartment 2 related to water leaks and wall surfaces, while 2018 issues involved serious electrical system problems that resulted in penalties totaling $7,900, though these were later resolved.

The building's recent history shows some improvement in pest management, with no bedbug cases reported since 2019 and rodent control efforts showing recent passes in April 2025 and August 2024, though there were multiple instances of rat activity noted in mid-2023. Multiple inspections and service requests suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and resident safety equipment. While many of the complaints have been addressed (as evidenced by the "Closed" status), the repeated nature of certain issues, such as plumbing and safety equipment concerns, indicates ongoing building maintenance challenges.