MANHATTAN · 11 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Platt Street in Manhattan is an experience that can be summed up as a constant battle between the vibrant, lively city spirit and the need for peace and order. The grade of 'F' and a score of 35.2 reflect the daily challenges residents face, with noise being the most prevalent issue.
The street is a symphony of sounds, but not the pleasant kind. The cacophony begins with commercial noise, accounting for 68 complaints, followed by general noise at 19, and noise from residential units at 5. The late-night bass drops and early morning jackhammers (11 complaints for construction before/after hours) create a ceaseless rhythm that makes it difficult to escape the city's energy, even within the confines of one's home. The noise isn't just confined to the airwaves; it's a physical presence, with noise from alarms (2 complaints) and street/sidewalk noise (3 complaints) adding to the auditory assault.
Illegal parking, with 12 complaints, is another significant challenge. Cars parked in no-parking zones (5 complaints for posted parking sign violation) or using parking permits improperly (6 complaints) create a constant game of musical chairs for those trying to park legally. The situation is exacerbated by parked vehicles blocking fire hydrants (not explicitly stated, but a common issue in NYC), a safety hazard that could impede emergency services.
Despite these challenges, Platt Street's neighbors don't fare much better. Surrounding streets like Maiden Lane, William Street, John Street, and Pearl Street also have failing grades, indicating that these noise and parking issues may be systemic to the area. However, a nearby unspecified address at 232 22 Street stands out with an 'A' grade, suggesting that there are pockets of tranquility to be found in the neighborhood.
Crime statistics on Platt Street are relatively low, with only 1 felony and 1 misdemeanor reported, both involving assault. While this is a positive sign, the noise and parking issues suggest that quality of life for residents could still be significantly improved.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 13 | |
| Noise | 95 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 2 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 1 | |
| Food/Eating | 3 | |
| Other | 9 | |
| Total | 123 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 1 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 2 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Platt Street | 60.7 | 59 |
| 2 Platt Street | 88.9 | 23 |
| 7 Platt Street | 93.6 | 15 |
| 1 Platt Street | 97.4 | 6 |
| 22 Platt Street | 98.0 | 10 |
| 29 Platt Street | 98.3 | 5 |
| 11 Platt Street | 99.5 | 1 |
| 27 Platt Street | 99.8 | 1 |
| 5 Platt Street | 99.9 | 1 |
| 16 Platt Street | 99.9 | 1 |