464 Columbus Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

464 Columbus Avenue is a 5-story, 8-unit old-law tenement building located in New York City's Upper West Side, owned by Divya Rashad and constructed in 1887. The building has experienced recurring water-related issues, with multiple complaints documented between 2022 and 2024 including instances of heavy flow and slow leaks, some of which resulted in violations. Recent complaints in July 2024 have also highlighted problems with mold, pests, and basic electrical issues such as non-lighting conditions, though inspections did not result in violations for some of these complaints.

Notably, there are several open violations from May 2024 that warrant attention, including a C-class violation regarding a defective self-closing door on the 5th-story public hall, and multiple violations requiring repairs to address water leaks, mold issues, and pest infestations in Apartment 5A. The building's maintenance record shows a concerning pattern of unsanitary conditions, with violations documented in May 2024 related to pest infestations and insufficient lighting. The property has had regular rodent inspections, with some periods showing rat activity (2019, 2020, and 2022) but most recent inspections passing. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, and the building passed rodent inspections in 2023 and 2024, the pattern of water leaks, mold issues, and other maintenance violations suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep.

The building's history includes a violation issued in 2023 regarding failure to file for a low-pressure inspection, and a Department of Buildings complaint from 2019 concerning construction work beyond approved plans, though this was ultimately closed with no violation found. The property has undergone various maintenance inspections and received multiple violation notices that require follow-up action, particularly regarding safety and maintenance standards. Recent violations include requirements to properly post and maintain important safety notices in the common areas, such as gas leak procedures and smoke detector requirements, indicating potential gaps in building safety protocols. The building's age and classification as an old-law tenement suggest it has historical significance, but also means it may require ongoing attention to maintain modern safety and maintenance standards.