BROOKLYN · 525 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on Avenue L in Brooklyn is an exercise in navigating a landscape of persistent challenges, as indicated by its F grade and the high number of complaints. The street is a symphony of noise, with late-night parties and loud music being a frequent irritant, as reported by residents 125 times. The cacophony is often accompanied by the blare of car horns, as illegal parking is the most prevalent issue, with 473 complaints, leading to blocked driveways, hydrants, and even entire buildings being inaccessible to residents (152 complaints).
The visual landscape is marred by abandoned and derelict vehicles (118 and 76 complaints respectively), and damaged trees, giving the street a neglected and unkempt appearance. The street conditions are poor, with potholes and cracked pavements being common, contributing to the 61 complaints in this category. The heating situation is also a concern, with 100 complaints about lack of heat or hot water, suggesting that many residents face discomfort in their homes, especially during the cold Brooklyn winters.
Adding to the chaos is the sanitation issue, with 58 complaints about unsanitary conditions, likely due to litter, garbage, and other waste left uncollected or improperly disposed. The street's proximity to other F-graded streets like East 49 Street and East 53 Street doesn't help, as the problems seem to spill over from one street to another.
The crime rate on Avenue L is also high, with a total of 74 criminal offenses reported, including harassments, assaults, petit larcenies, and grand larcenies. This high crime rate, coupled with the poor living conditions, paints a picture of a street that's in dire need of attention and improvement.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 860 | |
| Noise | 233 | |
| Maintenance | 278 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 114 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 85 | |
| Street Condition | 137 | |
| Safety | 23 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 124 | |
| Water/Sewer | 102 | |
| Air Quality | 17 | |
| Food/Eating | 5 | |
| Other | 238 | |
| Total | 2216 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 21 |
| Misdemeanors | 37 |
| Violations | 16 |
| Total | 74 |