2538 Adam C Powell Blvd
Manhattan, NY 10039BBL 1-02033-0029Map
Owner of record: Harlem Shangri-La Hopusing Development F Und
2538 Adam C Powell Blvd is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10039. It has 19 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Harlem Shangri-La Hopusing Development F Und. HPD has recorded 117 housing violations here, most recently on August 20, 2026. 35 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 19 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 117
- DOB violations
- 7
- ECB violations
- 3
- HPD complaints
- 559
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 117
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less then 10sq ft of mold on ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18980515 issued 04-jun-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less then 10sq ft of mold on ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 29, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 17, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at ... in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ...the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective ...washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ...missing ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 22, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 22, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 22, 2025 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 27, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 27, 2025 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling and west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 27, 2025 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18056189 issued 27-jun-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 27, 2025 · Apt 1A
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 21, 2025 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sloping floor in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window at east in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 8, wg to replace = 1, wg to repair = 0 in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at compactor chute door at north wall at public hall, 5th story
Dec 11, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at compactor chute door at north wall at public hall, 2nd story
Dec 11, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 south
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at refridgerator door in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelin enamel finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door frame at south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window 1st window from west at north in the 4th room from east located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective water damaged vanity in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over in the foyer located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the 4th room from east located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 25, 2024 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice at public hall, 1st story
Aug 21, 2024
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south building front , 1st story
Aug 15, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flowerpots at east stack at east exterior wall , 3rd story
Aug 15, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 3, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 4, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 4, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer intrecom system from the building entrance door to the apartment wall panel in the foyer located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 4, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 7
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Emergency none
Egncy-emergency none
Sep 28, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 3
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg wall or appurtenances. noted: front facade at2nd flr (window sill, stone) whereas a section has fallen to ground. also missing 2 chipped decorative stone (pre-cast)at various locations
Sep 25, 2010 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain.defect is:concrete window sill is cracked and broken below third story east side window.remedy:immediately repair defect.
Jun 22, 2010 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to safeguard public and property affected by construction operations loading with bricks and mortar up to fifth floor. and blocking sidewalk on 7 ave closing sidewalk. without sidewalk closing permit an
Nov 27, 1991 · Penalty $300
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 4, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Aug 4, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 31, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 31, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 12, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 6, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 3, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 22, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Cabinet
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 23, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 19
- Building area
- 16,287 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 2033 / 29
- Assessed value
- $520,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #106830, last renewed Nov 19, 2025.
Questions about 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd
Who owns 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Harlem Shangri-La Hopusing Development F Und.
Does 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 117 housing violations at this property.
Is 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 19 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 19 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2538 Adam C Powell Blvd?
It has 19 residential units and 21 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.