BROOKLYN · 61 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Pilling Street in Brooklyn is an experience that can be both challenging and rewarding, with a mix of community and noise pollution that defines the street. Residents are no strangers to the persistent issue of noise, with a staggering total of 185 noise-related complaints, ranging from loud music and parties to car/truck music and barking dogs. The street echoes with the thumping bass of late-night gatherings, with 132 reported incidents of loud music or parties, often spilling over from nearby commercial establishments. The noise is not confined to the street level, with 29 complaints about residential noise, suggesting that the cacophony can be a disruptive force even within the privacy of one's home.
Parking and street condition issues also plague Pilling Street. With 38 illegal parking complaints and 8 cases of derelict vehicles, finding a parking spot can be a daily challenge. Sidewalks, too, are not exempt from problems, with 8 complaints about sidewalk conditions and a further 8 sidewalk violations. Additionally, blocked fire hydrants (8 incidents) pose a significant safety concern, hindering access to emergency services. The street's tree canopy, while providing some respite from the urban heat island effect, has also caused issues, with 14 damaged tree complaints and 6 instances of fallen branches or limbs. Despite these challenges, the nearby Rudd Playground offers a peaceful respite, with its A-grade rating indicating a safe and well-maintained space for residents to enjoy. However, the immediate surroundings of Pilling Street, with neighboring streets like Granite, Aberdeen, Furman, and Desales Place also graded F, suggest that these issues are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. Crime, while not overwhelming, is present, with 2 felony offenses reported, including robbery and felony assault.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 45 | |
| Noise | 191 | |
| Maintenance | 2 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 10 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 5 | |
| Street Condition | 13 | |
| Safety | 9 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 16 | |
| Water/Sewer | 1 | |
| Air Quality | 5 | |
| Other | 4 | |
| Total | 301 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 2 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 2 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 144 Pilling Street | 52.1 | 102 |
| 111 Pilling Street | 73.5 | 7 |
| 173 Pilling Street | 74.5 | 53 |
| 10 Pilling Street | 88.0 | 9 |
| 94 Pilling Street | 92.0 | 4 |
| 79 Pilling Street | 94.6 | 11 |
| 16 Pilling Street | 96.0 | 8 |
| 29 Pilling Street | 96.4 | 12 |
| 84 Pilling Street | 96.4 | 5 |
| 20 Pilling Street | 97.0 | 2 |