BROOKLYN · 323 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on Chauncey Street in Brooklyn, as indicated by its grade of F and score of 0, presents significant challenges for its residents. The most pressing issue is illegal parking, with a staggering 404 complaints, suggesting that finding a parking spot can be an uphill battle, and the available spots are often occupied by vehicles parked in violation of rules. This not only causes inconvenience but also poses safety hazards, as it can block driveways, fire hydrants, and even emergency vehicle access, as evident from the 62 complaints about blocked driveways and 116 about blocked hydrants.
Noise pollution is another major concern, with 187 residential noise complaints and 131 about street and sidewalk noise. The loud music and partying, with 250 complaints, contribute significantly to this issue, disrupting the peace and quiet that residents would typically expect from their living environment. The noise, coupled with the illegal parking and the unsanitary conditions (169 complaints), creates an unpleasant and stressful living environment. The recurring issues of heat/hot water (221 complaints) and plumbing (47 complaints) also suggest that many residents are dealing with uncomfortable living conditions and likely high utility bills due to constant repairs.
The crime statistics, while not as high as some other areas, still indicate a presence of criminal activity with 7 felonies, 12 misdemeanors, and no violations. The top offenses include petit larceny and criminal mischief, suggesting that residents may need to be vigilant to protect their property. The high number of petty larcenies might also be indicative of the desperate situation some in the community may find themselves in due to the challenging living conditions.
In comparison, nearby streets like Saratoga Park have a grade of A, highlighting the stark contrast in living conditions between Chauncey Street and other areas in Brooklyn. The other nearby streets, such as Marion, Sumpter, Bainbridge, and Bancroft Place, also have poor grades, suggesting that Chauncey Street is part of a larger area in need of attention and improvement.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 545 | |
| Noise | 378 | |
| Maintenance | 494 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 100 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 205 | |
| Street Condition | 47 | |
| Safety | 46 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 23 | |
| Water/Sewer | 44 | |
| Air Quality | 20 | |
| Other | 160 | |
| Total | 2062 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 12 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 19 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 354 Chauncey Street | 0 | 140 |
| 328 Chauncey Street | 15.4 | 82 |
| 510 Chauncey Street | 47.8 | 74 |
| 393 Chauncey Street | 50.7 | 44 |
| 131 Chauncey Street | 51.9 | 74 |
| 173 Chauncey Street | 69.4 | 36 |
| 70 Chauncey Street | 74.8 | 100 |
| 488 Chauncey Street | 78.7 | 6 |
| 91 Chauncey Street | 81.5 | 16 |
| 739 Chauncey Street | 81.8 | 21 |