- The United Nations buildings were built in 1948 and are considered to be international territory but the buildings are known to be falling apart. There is serious talk of the aging buildings being entirely abandoned and moved from New York. Surrounded with water dripping roofs, asbestos lining its ceiling and a drastic heating and cooling system, the building is causing major problems. Asbestos abatement is a major part of the repair that was worked on during UN staff's presence in the office. The UN staff union assessed the working conditions and decided to object to repairs over effects asbestos might have on people’s health. Exposure to asbestos causes the deadly lung dise…