BRONX · 16 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on West 237 Street in the Bronx is an experience marked by a persistent struggle against noise pollution and parking issues, as evidenced by the frequent complaints logged by residents. The street, grading an F with a score of 45.5, is a hotspot for noise complaints, with a significant number of them stemming from vehicle and street/sidewalk disturbances. The most common culprit is car or truck music, with a staggering 30 reports, followed by loud music or parties, accounting for 4 reports. Residents often find their peace disrupted by the constant throb of bass and revving engines, creating an environment that makes relaxation and quiet time at home a challenge.
Illegal parking is another major concern, with 9 complaints logged. The street is often plagued by posted parking sign violations, with 7 reports. Blocked fire hydrants, a crucial safety issue, is also a recurring problem, with 2 reports. The rough, pitted, or cracked roads (1 report) and blocked crosswalks (2 reports) further exacerbate the daily commute for residents, making it a less than ideal place to live. The nearby streets share similar grading, with West 236 Street and West 235 Street also receiving an F grade, indicating that these issues are not isolated to West 237 Street but are a pattern in the area. Despite these challenges, the community has shown resilience by actively reporting these issues, hoping for lasting solutions that would improve their quality of life.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 73 | |
| Noise | 50 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 1 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 2 | |
| Street Condition | 3 | |
| Safety | 1 | |
| Water/Sewer | 43 | |
| Air Quality | 2 | |
| Food/Eating | 4 | |
| Other | 30 | |
| Total | 209 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 660 West 237 Street | 80.5 | 49 |
| 184 West 237 Street | 82.1 | 64 |
| 640 West 237 Street | 92.2 | 24 |
| 193 West 237 Street | 92.8 | 20 |
| 647 West 237 Street | 98.0 | 10 |
| 171 West 237 Street | 98.5 | 5 |
| 625 West 237 Street | 98.6 | 7 |
| 185 West 237 Street | 98.7 | 3 |
| 685 West 237 Street | 98.9 | 4 |
| 627 West 237 Street | 99.2 | 4 |