MANHATTAN · 228 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Audubon Avenue in Manhattan is a challenge, as indicated by its overall grade of 'F'. Residents are confronted with a myriad of issues, with the most prevalent being heat and hot water problems, with over 1200 complaints, suggesting inadequate temperature regulation in many buildings. Noise pollution is another significant concern, with 669 complaints about street noise and 279 about residential noise. This could mean constant noise from traffic, construction, or even loud parties, as evidenced by the 888 complaints specifically about loud music or parties. The street is also plagued by sanitation issues, with 328 complaints about unsanitary conditions and 158 about pests, indicating possible trash buildup, overflowing garbage, or infestations.
A quick glance at the specific problems reported reveals a story of decaying infrastructure. Many complaints are about issues with entire buildings (950), including problems with floors (156), walls (153), and ceilings (125), suggesting a lack of proper maintenance. There are also 165 water leak complaints, which could indicate plumbing issues or leaky roofs. The 103 mold complaints further underscore the poor living conditions, with mold being a clear sign of moisture and neglect. The illegal parking complaints (218) suggest that parking is a constant struggle, with vehicles often blocking fire hydrants or taking up valuable space on the already crowded streets.
Neighboring streets fare no better, with West 182 Street, West 183 Street, and West 179 Street all receiving a grade of 'F', indicating that the issues are not isolated to Audubon Avenue but permeate the entire area.
The crime statistics are also a cause for concern, with 48 felonies, 65 misdemeanors, and 17 violations reported. The most common offenses are drug-related (25), followed by harassment (16) and assault (15), indicating a potential safety issue for residents. The high number of traffic-related offenses (12) could also contribute to the noise and parking problems, further exacerbating the quality of life for those living on the street.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 302 | |
| Noise | 1148 | |
| Maintenance | 2658 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 130 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 345 | |
| Street Condition | 42 | |
| Safety | 116 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 2 | |
| Water/Sewer | 110 | |
| Air Quality | 16 | |
| Food/Eating | 10 | |
| Other | 151 | |
| Total | 5030 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 48 |
| Misdemeanors | 65 |
| Violations | 17 |
| Total | 130 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 460 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 241 |
| 489 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 184 |
| 560 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 208 |
| 480 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 125 |
| 189 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 90 |
| 408 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 224 |
| 145 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 73 |
| 104 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 95 |
| 155 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 133 |
| 165 Audubon Avenue | 0 | 83 |