315 Wadsworth Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

The 47-unit, 5-story building at 315 Wadsworth Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Ramon Dejesus and constructed in 1924, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues and safety concerns in recent years. Most notably, between May and July 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding paint/plaster conditions affecting walls and ceilings, as well as issues with flooring, unsanitary conditions including mold, and pest problems. HPD inspections during this period did not result in violations, though an inspection in 2024-2025 did lead to violations pertaining to flooring that required correction.

The building has also faced significant safety concerns, particularly in 2024, with violations including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a broken bathroom tile, and obstructed fire escape egress due to flowerpots. Additionally, there are two active Department of Buildings violations from 2023-2024 related to the failure to file external low pressure inspections. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with most recent results showing compliance, though there was one failure in September 2024. Bedbug reports from 2021-2024 indicate no infestation cases during the reporting periods.

The building has experienced some structural and maintenance complaints in the past, including a vibration complaint in February 2025, and historical complaints regarding illegal commercial use and conversion, though these were not substantiated upon inspection. Recent maintenance patterns show a mix of prompt resolution of some issues and recurring problems, particularly with interior conditions and safety systems. The building's violation history shows some improvements, with many previous violations being closed or resolved, though new active violations have emerged in recent years. The property has generally passed most rodent inspections and maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements.