MANHATTAN · 34 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Baxter Street, nestled in the heart of Manhattan's Chinatown, is an experience that's both vibrant and challenging, as reflected in its official grade of F. The street is a microcosm of the city's energy, with a constant hum of activity that can sometimes tip over into noise complaints. Residents and businesses alike contribute to the auditory landscape, with commercial noise being a significant issue, tallying up to 43 complaints. Late-night parties and loud music, with 50 reported incidents, are a frequent source of disruption, while even daytime hours aren't immune, with loud talking also landing on the complaint list.
Parking on Baxter Street is a game of cat and mouse, with illegal parking violations clocking in at 22 complaints. Posted parking sign violations and improper use of parking permits further exacerbate the issue, with 10 and 5 complaints respectively. The street's narrow width and high demand for parking spaces often result in a chaotic scene, with vehicles sometimes blocking fire hydrants or double-parking, posing potential safety hazards.
Beyond noise and parking, the street faces other challenges. General construction and plumbing issues, along with work being carried out without proper permits, have led to 10 and 9 complaints respectively. Illegal dumping, homeless assistance, and graffiti also appear on the list of concerns, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and community engagement. Despite these challenges, residents and businesses continue to call Baxter Street home, drawn to its central location and rich cultural atmosphere.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 24 | |
| Noise | 70 | |
| Maintenance | 16 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 11 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 5 | |
| Street Condition | 12 | |
| Safety | 11 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 1 | |
| Water/Sewer | 2 | |
| Air Quality | 4 | |
| Food/Eating | 9 | |
| Other | 40 | |
| Total | 205 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 3 |
| Misdemeanors | 4 |
| Violations | 4 |
| Total | 11 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 123 Baxter Street | 57.1 | 19 |
| 79 Baxter Street | 75.8 | 50 |
| 83 Baxter Street | 89.6 | 13 |
| 128 Baxter Street | 91.6 | 8 |
| 119 Baxter Street | 92.6 | 12 |
| 126 Baxter Street | 93.8 | 18 |
| 143 Baxter Street | 94.5 | 14 |
| 75 Baxter Street | 95.4 | 10 |
| 91 Baxter Street | 96.6 | 5 |
| 93 Baxter Street | 97.5 | 4 |