BROOKLYN · 13 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Stoddard Place in Brooklyn is a tale of stark contrasts, with the official city data painting a picture of a street that is both in dire need of maintenance and surprisingly peaceful in terms of crime. The street, graded 'F' with a score of 0, is lined with aging apartment buildings, many of which are plagued by a litany of issues that would try the patience of even the most resilient residents.
Hot water and heat are the most common complaints, with over 55 reports, suggesting that many residents are left to shiver through cold winter nights and make do with tepid showers. This is exacerbated by plumbing issues, with 31 reports, indicating that leaks, clogs, and other problems are a frequent occurrence. The city's 311 system is also filled with reports of illegal parking, with 30 complaints, suggesting that residents struggle to find legal parking spots, a common problem in dense urban areas.
The problems don't stop at the street level. Inside the apartments, residents report issues with paint and plaster, water leaks, unsanitary conditions, and even mold, with 12 reports each. The building infrastructure is also a concern, with 39 reports of issues affecting the entire building, including blocked sidewalks and cooking gas problems. Despite these challenges, the street is remarkably quiet in terms of crime, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations.
However, a walk down Stoddard Place might reveal more than just the official data. The street is sandwiched between the greenery of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the bustling Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, providing a unique blend of tranquility and urban energy. Yet, the stark contrast in grades between Stoddard Place and nearby streets like Bedford Building and Mary Pinkett Avenue highlights the disparity in living conditions and quality of life that exists within even small geographic areas in New York City.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 38 | |
| Noise | 7 | |
| Maintenance | 187 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 7 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 15 | |
| Safety | 1 | |
| Water/Sewer | 1 | |
| Air Quality | 2 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total | 264 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Stoddard Place | 0 | 217 |
| 20 Stoddard Place | 96.8 | 4 |
| 34 Stoddard Place | 97.9 | 9 |
| 29 Stoddard Place | 98.0 | 10 |
| 22 Stoddard Place | 98.5 | 3 |
| 1 Stoddard Place | 98.6 | 7 |
| 33 Stoddard Place | 99.0 | 5 |
| 26 Stoddard Place | 99.4 | 2 |
| 19 Stoddard Place | 99.5 | 1 |
| 25 Stoddard Place | 99.6 | 2 |