BROOKLYN · 499 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on 59th Street in Brooklyn, according to official city data, is a challenge that residents face on a daily basis. The street has been graded an 'F', the lowest possible score, indicating a significant number of quality-of-life issues. The most prominent complaint is illegal parking, with a staggering 461 reports, making it nearly impossible for residents to find parking spaces or navigate the street safely. This is exacerbated by blocked driveways (234 reports), creating accessibility issues for both residents and emergency services.
Noise pollution is another significant problem, with both residential noise (80 reports) and street/sidewalk noise (78 reports) topping the list of complaints. Residents often report loud music or parties (75 reports), which can continue into the late hours, disrupting sleep and daily life. This issue is compounded by blocked hydrants (207 reports), a serious safety hazard that could hinder firefighting efforts in case of an emergency. Additionally, the street is often left in a dirty condition (40 reports), with trash (51 reports) and blocked sidewalks (40 reports) making it difficult for residents to maintain a clean and healthy living environment. The proximity to other poorly graded streets, such as 60th Street and 11th Avenue, further exacerbates these issues. The high crime rate on the street, with 29 felonies, 25 misdemeanors, and 5 violations reported, also adds to the sense of unease among residents, with petit larceny, dangerous drugs, and assaults being the most common offenses.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 772 | |
| Noise | 204 | |
| Maintenance | 75 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 135 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 30 | |
| Street Condition | 132 | |
| Safety | 40 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 69 | |
| Water/Sewer | 59 | |
| Air Quality | 12 | |
| Food/Eating | 11 | |
| Other | 229 | |
| Total | 1768 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 29 |
| Misdemeanors | 25 |
| Violations | 5 |
| Total | 59 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 330 59 Street | 0 | 44 |
| 835 59 Street | 37.1 | 15 |
| 769 59 Street | 44.5 | 72 |
| 409 59 Street | 66.9 | 13 |
| 635 59 Street | 76.4 | 8 |
| 1241 59 Street | 82.5 | 19 |
| 59 Street | 83.5 | 57 |
| 1501 59 Street | 84.0 | 7 |
| 740 59 Street | 84.3 | 17 |
| 880 59 Street | 84.4 | 8 |