180 Riverside Boulevard, Manhattan, NY 10069

The 40-story, 516-unit residential building at 180 Riverside Boulevard, built in 1998 and currently managed by Wayne Ngai, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues in 2025, with multiple reports of unsanitary conditions, including persistent pest problems, mold growth, and notable water leaks. During March 2025 alone, the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) department received multiple complaints regarding carbon monoxide and smoke detector issues, as well as problems with heat and hot water systems, though inspections were unable to be completed in these instances. More recently, in May 2025, there was a reported indoor air quality concern, which received prompt attention from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

The building has also faced challenges with elevator maintenance, evidenced by multiple complaints about elevator devices between 2022 and 2025, though inspections often found no violations warranting further action. The property has documented bedbug infestations in recent years, with the most recent annual report (2024) showing three affected units, all of which were reported as successfully treated. Additionally, there is a concerning pattern of rodent activity, with multiple inspections in 2025 confirming rat presence despite repeated bait applications.

The building's infrastructure has required attention, with a 2023 Environmental Control Board violation noting disrepair in the parking garage areas, including concrete spalling and exposed rebar, though this was later resolved. Various housing maintenance code violations have been recorded over the years, including issues with window repairs (2020, Unit 6P), pest infestations (2021, Unit 38E), and missing self-closing doors (2024, 3rd story fire stair). While some violations have been resolved, several remain open or were only recently addressed, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges within the building complex.