BRONX · 68 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Topping Avenue in the Bronx is an experience marked by a constant struggle with various housing issues and a notable lack of safety. The street's dismal grade of F, with a score of 0, is a testament to the severe challenges faced by its residents. The most pressing issue is the persistent problem of inadequate heating and hot water, with 233 complaints, leaving residents to endure cold apartments in both winter and summer. This is exacerbated by water leaks and plumbing issues, with 38 and 57 complaints respectively, further compromising the habitability of these homes.
Noise pollution is another significant challenge, with 153 complaints regarding residential noise and 63 complaints about street and sidewalk noise. The most common sources of noise are loud music or parties, reported 132 times, and banging or pounding, reported 62 times. These persistent noise issues, coupled with the presence of pests in 61 complaints, create an unsanitary and uncomfortable living environment. The presence of mold, reported 36 times, and issues with walls, floors, and ceilings, further exacerbate the poor living conditions. Despite these issues, residents also face general harassment, with 2 reported felonies and 12 misdemeanors, along with instances of assault and robbery, highlighting the lack of safety on Topping Avenue. The nearby streets, while varying in grade, also face their own set of challenges, with Mount Eden Parkway and East Mount Eden Avenue both receiving a grade of F, indicating that the struggle for safe and habitable housing is not unique to Topping Avenue.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 64 | |
| Noise | 231 | |
| Maintenance | 553 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 15 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 112 | |
| Street Condition | 6 | |
| Safety | 23 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 7 | |
| Water/Sewer | 38 | |
| Air Quality | 10 | |
| Other | 57 | |
| Total | 1116 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 15 |
| Misdemeanors | 9 |
| Violations | 12 |
| Total | 36 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 1685 Topping Avenue | 0 | 132 |
| 1770 Topping Avenue | 0 | 139 |
| 1660 Topping Avenue | 0 | 156 |
| 1707 Topping Avenue | 1.9 | 101 |
| 1699 Topping Avenue | 40.2 | 67 |
| 1695 Topping Avenue | 49.5 | 60 |
| 1786 Topping Avenue | 53.9 | 73 |
| 1821 Topping Avenue | 55.7 | 56 |
| 1661 Topping Avenue | 72.2 | 36 |
| 1827 Topping Avenue | 76.1 | 49 |