BROOKLYN · 48 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn, especially for the 48 addresses graded, is a challenging experience, as reflected by the F grade and a score of 59.3. Residents here contend with a variety of issues, with illegal parking being the most pressing, with 25 complaints. The street is often congested with illegally parked vehicles, including double-parked cars blocking other vehicles, and even abandoned vehicles, making it difficult for residents to navigate the street, with 6 complaints of blocked driveways and 13 of blocked sidewalks.
Noise pollution is another significant issue, with 9 complaints specifically about residential noise, and another 2 about construction noise before or after permitted hours. Residents often report banging or pounding sounds, suggesting persistent loud activity that disrupts the peace. The street is also plagued by obstructions, with 2 complaints, and animal abuse, with 3 reports, indicating a lack of respect for both the environment and the community's pets.
The elevator in one of the buildings is another source of frustration, with 5 complaints, including issues with multiple devices on the property. Snow and ice buildup are also a problem, with 4 complaints, suggesting that the city's snow removal efforts may not be adequate in this area. Despite these challenges, the crime rate on Pennsylvania Avenue is relatively low, with only 1 felony, 0 misdemeanors, and 1 violation reported. However, the nearby streets of New Lots Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, and Malta Street also have F grades, suggesting that the neighborhood as a whole faces similar challenges.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 35 | |
| Noise | 12 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 2 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 2 | |
| Street Condition | 4 | |
| Safety | 5 | |
| Water/Sewer | 1 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Food/Eating | 1 | |
| Other | 21 | |
| Total | 84 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 348 Pennsylvan Avenue | 90.7 | 3 |
| 56 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.0 | 1 |
| 542 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.0 | 1 |
| 214 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.0 | 1 |
| 473 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.5 | 3 |
| 1155 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.5 | 1 |
| 344 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.5 | 1 |
| 480 Pennsylvan Avenue | 98.6 | 7 |
| 557 Pennsylvan Avenue | 99.0 | 1 |
| 478 Pennsylvan Avenue | 99.0 | 5 |