BRONX · 5 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Benchley Place in the Bronx, as indicated by the grade F and specific complaints, presents a challenging environment. The street is plagued by frequent illegal parking issues, with residents reporting 31 complaints, often leading to blocked streets and fire hydrants, which themselves were the subject of 24 complaints. The noise level is notably high, with 13 complaints specifically citing residential noise, including 11 instances of banging or pounding, likely from late-night parties or construction work. The housing conditions are subpar, with numerous reports of heat/hot water (19 complaints), plumbing (18), and unsanitary conditions (12) problems. Mold (8 complaints) is also a significant issue, indicating potential moisture and ventilation problems in the buildings. The electrical system is another concern, with 9 complaints, and the general condition of the apartments, as well as the floor, walls, and ceilings, has led to multiple complaints. The streetlights are also not well-maintained, with 6 complaints of outages. Despite these challenges, the crime rate is relatively low, with 2 felonies, 5 misdemeanors, and no violations reported. However, there have been offenses against public administration, petty and grand larceny, and miscellaneous penal law offenses. Nearby streets, such as Broun Place and Asch Loop, face similar challenges, while streets like Adler Place offer a stark contrast with their grade A rating.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 37 | |
| Noise | 21 | |
| Maintenance | 88 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 12 | |
| Street Condition | 11 | |
| Safety | 3 | |
| Water/Sewer | 4 | |
| Air Quality | 3 | |
| Other | 5 | |
| Total | 184 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 2 |
| Misdemeanors | 5 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 7 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 140 Benchley Place | 6.3 | 89 |
| 100 Benchley Place | 67.7 | 47 |
| 120 Benchley Place | 75.4 | 53 |
| 122 Benchley Place | 99.5 | 1 |
| 121 Benchley Place | 99.8 | 1 |