BRONX · 127 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on East 182nd Street in the Bronx, as indicated by the grade F and a score of 0, presents significant challenges that impact residents' quality of life. The most prevalent issue is noise pollution, with a staggering 71 complaints regarding residential noise and 32 instances of loud music or parties. The pounding and banging sounds, often echoing through the night, create an environment that's far from peaceful. The noise isn't confined to residential spaces; street and sidewalk noise contribute to the cacophony, with 7 complaints specifically mentioning vehicle noise, including car or truck music. The relentless noise seems to be a constant battle for residents, with 45 complaints about banging or pounding and 32 about loud music or parties.
Illegal parking is another major problem, with 38 complaints. This issue is exacerbated by other reported problems, such as blocked sidewalks (10 complaints), blocked crosswalks (6 complaints), and blocked driveway accesses (7 complaints). The blocked fire hydrants (5 complaints) pose a significant fire safety hazard, while the blocked sidewalks and crosswalks create barriers for pedestrians, including those with disabilities. The illegal parking also contributes to the chronic traffic congestion, with double-parked vehicles blocking other vehicles (3 complaints).
The presence of encampments (6 complaints) suggests homelessness or squatting issues, which can lead to additional challenges, such as increased littering and illegal dumping (2 complaints). The snow and ice buildup (3 complaints) during winter months can further exacerbate the parking and pedestrian issues, as well as create slippery and dangerous conditions.
Despite these challenges, residents haven't hesitated to voice their concerns, leading to a total of 152 complaints. However, with a grade of F, it's clear that more needs to be done to address these issues and improve the living conditions on East 182nd Street. The nearby streets, such as H S 225 (Grade A) and Bergen Triangle (Grade B), offer a stark contrast to the conditions on East 182nd Street, highlighting the need for urgent action.
In terms of crime, the street has seen 3 felonies, 9 misdemeanors, and 3 violations. The most common offenses include petit larceny (4 cases), harassment (3 cases), and assault (2 cases), suggesting a mix of property crimes and interpersonal disputes. While the number of burglaries is low (1 case), the presence of these crimes underscores the need for enhanced safety measures and community engagement to create a safer environment for the residents.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 132 | |
| Noise | 324 | |
| Maintenance | 738 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 28 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 122 | |
| Street Condition | 27 | |
| Safety | 42 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 7 | |
| Water/Sewer | 36 | |
| Air Quality | 4 | |
| Food/Eating | 6 | |
| Other | 77 | |
| Total | 1543 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 20 |
| Misdemeanors | 31 |
| Violations | 7 |
| Total | 58 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 62 East 182 Street | 0 | 81 |
| 546 East 182 Street | 0 | 132 |
| 735 East 182 Street | 0 | 119 |
| 786 East 182 Street | 10.1 | 88 |
| 265 East 182 Street | 14.1 | 99 |
| 535 East 182 Street | 28.4 | 57 |
| 121 East 182 Street | 31.0 | 74 |
| 405 East 182 Street | 47.2 | 62 |
| 653 East 182 Street | 53.8 | 65 |
| 772 East 182 Street | 58.9 | 46 |