90 Washington Street, Manhattan, NY 10006

90 Washington Street, a 27-story Class A building completed in 1969 and containing 397 units, currently shows several concerning issues affecting resident quality of life and safety as of July 2025. Most pressing are three open HPD complaints from March 2025 related to unsanitary conditions (mold), ventilation system problems, and a water leak (slow leak), which remain unresolved despite HPD's attempts to conduct inspections. The building has experienced multiple infrastructure problems in 2025, including a recent power outage in May and several ventilation system complaints, with some inspection attempts failing due to access issues.

A series of violations issued between late 2023 and 2024 highlight persistent maintenance problems, particularly regarding water supply and temperature issues in multiple apartments (6F and 23J), electrical systems in 8C and 23J, and a door repair requirement in 6F. The elevator system has been a recurring concern, with multiple recent complaints and active ECB violations as of December 2024 regarding service outages and safety devices. External maintenance issues have also been documented, including problems with the building's sidewalk shed, which has received multiple violations for safety concerns and improper maintenance. The building has a documented history of bedbug infestations, with the most recent report from December 2024 showing one unit affected and successfully treated, though there were multiple occurrences in previous years.

Recent inspections have shown generally good pest management, with rodent inspections passing in 2021 and 2024, though there was one failure noted in 2021. The Department of Buildings records show several active violations related to facade maintenance and unsafe conditions, including missing panels and safety concerns with the exterior structure. The building's maintenance history indicates ongoing challenges with basic services, including heat, hot water, and water supply systems, as evidenced by multiple HPD complaints and violations across different units. While some issues have been resolved and violations paid, persistent open complaints and recent service interruptions suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.