605 West 180th Street, Manhattan, NY 10033

The 20-unit, 5-story tenement at 605 West 180th Street in Washington Heights, owned by Maximo Arias, has a mix of maintenance issues and compliance records worth noting. Most recently, in late December 2024, the building experienced multiple complaints across various categories, including plumbing (basin/sink and bathtub/shower), unsanitary conditions (pests and mold), interior issues (paint/plaster problems), and electrical concerns (outlet/switch).

These complaints were all generated on December 17, 2024, and though HPD attempted to conduct inspections, they were unable to complete them, resulting in closed but unresolved cases. The building also underwent a significant inspection on November 27, 2024, focusing on Apartment 33, where multiple violations were identified, including issues with pests (roaches and mice), interior surfaces requiring repair (walls and ceilings), bathroom fixture problems (bathtub and floor tiles), and a defective carbon monoxide detector. Looking across the building's recent history, there was a closed complaint in July 2023 regarding drainage issues, though the inspector was unable to gain access.

However, the building has maintained a generally good record for pest control, with zero reported bedbug infestations in the past seven annual reporting periods (2018-2024). Regular rodent inspections have been conducted consistently, with all showing "Passed" results between 2017 and 2024, indicating effective pest management in this area. While the building's maintenance issues warrant attention, it's worth noting that similar complaints appear to be being addressed through the Housing Maintenance Code process, as demonstrated by multiple non-emergency and emergency complaints filed in January 2025, all of which were marked as "CLOSE" within a week of filing.