BRONX · 16 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Silver Street in the Bronx, with an official city grade of F, is an experience that reflects the diverse challenges faced by its residents. The most prominent issue is the persistent noise pollution, with 51 complaints regarding residential noise and 43 specific reports of loud music or parties. The cacophony of banging and pounding, often heard throughout the night, makes it difficult for residents to enjoy a peaceful environment. This is exacerbated by the lack of enforcement, with only 3 reports of real-time enforcement, indicating a need for more active policing.
The street's infrastructure and maintenance also pose significant issues. Blocked driveways, with 8 complaints, and blocked hydrants, with 3 reports, hinder access and pose potential fire safety risks. The presence of unsanitary conditions, with 8 complaints, and pests, with 5 reports, further deteriorates the living standards. Moreover, the presence of mold in 3 instances suggests a widespread issue with damp and poorly maintained housing. The frequent illegal parking, with 6 complaints, exacerbates the already congested street, making it difficult for residents to navigate and park their vehicles.
The surrounding streets, such as Roselle Street, Poplar Street, Montgomery Place, and Overing Street, also have poor grades, indicating that Silver Street is not an isolated case but part of a broader neighborhood-wide issue. Despite the challenges, the nearby Marvin Place, with an A grade, provides a stark contrast and serves as a beacon of what could be achieved with adequate investment and maintenance. Although crime rates are relatively low, with 1 felony and 3 misdemeanors reported, the presence of offenses such as assault, burglary, and criminal mischief underscores the need for improved safety measures and community engagement.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 16 | |
| Noise | 58 | |
| Maintenance | 24 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 1 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 8 | |
| Street Condition | 3 | |
| Safety | 6 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 5 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 11 | |
| Total | 133 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 3 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 4 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 1560 Silver Street | 31.8 | 81 |
| 1551 Silver Street | 84.3 | 24 |
| 1550 Silver Street | 95.0 | 7 |
| 1546 Silver Street | 97.3 | 6 |
| 1536 Silver Street | 99.0 | 1 |
| 1521 Silver Street | 99.4 | 3 |
| 1547 Silver Street | 99.4 | 3 |
| 1507 Silver Street | 99.5 | 1 |
| 1567 Silver Street | 99.5 | 1 |
| 1517 Silver Street | 99.5 | 1 |