HDC issues notice to shutdown laundromat run out of Vinares apartment

Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has issued notice to shut down a laundromat that was being run out of an apartment in Vinares, a residential complex located in Hulhumale’ Phase II.

The decision comes after a video was shared via an X account on Friday, showing a laundery service being run out of a Vinares apartment. The video shows LPG-powered industrial washing machines and dryers in use at the apartment.

Vinares tower 8A-0206 is being used as a laundry service center. Whats most concerning is they are using LPG gas powered industrial machines which is an extreme fire hazard. This shouldn’t be allowed in a residential building. @hdcmaldives @MMuizzu @malshasharyf @PokmanMV pic.twitter.com/iFNqfsB5b5

— Housing Greater Malé (@HousingMaldives) March 26, 2026

A spokesperson from HDC told Sun that the corporation has been alerted to the situation, and has issued a notice to shut down the business.

However, the spokesperson did not say how long the business was given to shut down.

The X account that shared the video expressed concern that the use the LPG-powered machines pose a serious fire hazard, and should not be allowed in a residential building.