BROOKLYN · 34 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Bay 13 Street in Brooklyn, as indicated by the C grade (72.3) and the plethora of resident complaints, presents a unique set of challenges. The most pressing issue is the rampant illegal parking, with a staggering 74 complaints, which often leads to blocked driveways (24 complaints), blocked hydrants (60 complaints), and even double-parked vehicles blocking others (4 complaints). This parking chaos not only creates inconveniences but also poses safety hazards, as blocked hydrants can hinder firefighting efforts in case of emergencies.
Another significant issue is the poor sidewalk and tree maintenance. Residents have reported damaged trees (5 complaints), overgrown trees/branches (1 complaint), and entire trees falling down (3 complaints). The Trees and Sidewalks Program has been invoked twice, suggesting that the city has been made aware of the situation but progress has been slow. The sidewalks themselves are also a concern, with 3 complaints about blockages and 3 more about general poor condition. This can make navigating the street difficult, especially for those with mobility issues or parents pushing strollers.
In terms of noise, while there's only one complaint about street/sidewalk noise, the presence of loud music or parties cannot be ruled out, as the specific source of the noise wasn't specified. Additionally, there are concerns about illegal dumping (2 complaints) and snow or ice buildup (5 complaints) during winter months, which can make the street unsightly and potentially dangerous.
Crime statistics are relatively low on Bay 13 Street, with only 1 misdemeanor recorded, indicating that the primary issues residents face are related to quality of life and infrastructure maintenance rather than criminal activity. However, the surrounding streets, namely Bay 14 Street and Bay 11 Street, all graded F, suggest that the broader area may face similar or even more severe challenges.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 98 | |
| Noise | 3 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 2 | |
| Street Condition | 4 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 8 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total | 121 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 1 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 1 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 274 Bay 13 Street | 84.8 | 6 |
| 88 Bay 13 Street | 91.6 | 28 |
| 122 Bay 13 Street | 93.3 | 32 |
| 84 Bay 13 Street | 97.6 | 12 |
| 108 Bay 13 Street | 98.9 | 3 |
| 139 Bay 13 Street | 99.2 | 4 |
| 170 Bay 13 Street | 99.2 | 4 |
| 202 Bay 13 Street | 99.4 | 6 |
| 81 Bay 13 Street | 99.4 | 3 |
| 78 Bay 13 Street | 99.5 | 1 |