825 West 180th Street, Manhattan, NY 10033

825 West 180th Street is a 5-story, 27-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1912, currently owned by 180 Realty LLC and located in Washington Heights. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues in recent years, with multiple emergency complaints filed in 2024 and 2025, including notable incidents in February 2024 when inadequate heat and hot water were verified through apartment inspections, and in March 2025, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection. In 2023, the building faced pest-related challenges, with two HPD inspections in June and July confirming pest issues, while housing violations issued in August 2023 for apartment 52 revealed problems with lead-based paint hazards, mice infestation, and improper surface conditions that required remediation.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of infrastructure challenges, particularly related to its heating system. Violations recorded in 2024 included inadequate heat and hot water supply to Apartment 1, along with access issues to the boiler room. The property has demonstrated consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements over multiple years (2021-2024), showing no evidence of infestation during these periods.

Recent activity shows continued enforcement scrutiny, with Department of Buildings complaints in May 2025 regarding work without proper permits, though inspectors were unable to gain access during both attempts. Rodent inspections have produced mixed results, with "Rat Activity" reported in late 2024 and October 2024, while previous inspections in 2018 showed occasional rat activity interspersed with successful passing inspections. The building's management has generally responded to violations, with problem areas receiving prompt attention, as evidenced by the certification of some violations as closed, including heating system access issues. While the building has maintained its basic compliance with major health and safety requirements, the recurring nature of heat and water issues and periodic pest problems suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance procedures.