MANHATTAN · 138 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on West 137th Street in Manhattan involves navigating a landscape marked by persistent noise pollution and sanitation issues. The most prevalent concern is the relentless noise, with a staggering 55 complaints regarding residential noise and 13 about street and sidewalk noise in the past year. Residents have had to endure the constant banging and pounding, which is often accompanied by loud music or parties, with 29 complaints specifically mentioning these disturbances. The noise is not limited to specific hours, making it a constant challenge for those trying to maintain a peaceful living environment. Additionally, the street's cleanliness is often compromised, with 15 reports of trash and illegal dumping, and 4 complaints about damaged trees, suggesting a lack of proper maintenance and upkeep.
Parking and safety are also significant issues on West 137th Street. Illegal parking is a frequent problem, with 14 complaints, often resulting in blocked hydrants and fire hazards, as evidenced by 6 complaints about blocked hydrants. The street's condition is also a source of concern, with 4 complaints mentioning damaged or neglected surfaces. Moreover, the presence of homeless individuals, trespassing, and criminal activities, such as harassment and larceny, as reported in the crime statistics, contribute to a sense of unease among residents. These issues are further compounded by the fact that surrounding streets, such as Frederick Douglass Boulevard and West 139 Street, also share similar grades and problems, indicating that the challenges are not isolated to West 137th Street but permeate the neighborhood as a whole.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 44 | |
| Noise | 273 | |
| Maintenance | 940 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 39 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 187 | |
| Street Condition | 72 | |
| Safety | 46 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 11 | |
| Water/Sewer | 57 | |
| Air Quality | 17 | |
| Food/Eating | 2 | |
| Other | 54 | |
| Total | 1742 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 12 |
| Violations | 15 |
| Total | 34 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 102 West 137 Street | 0 | 158 |
| 106 West 137 Street | 0 | 154 |
| 110 West 137 Street | 3.9 | 58 |
| 622 West 137 Street | 13.8 | 99 |
| 131 West 137 Street | 20.2 | 96 |
| 176 West 137 Street | 41.7 | 81 |
| 7 West 137 Street | 45.6 | 60 |
| 605 West 137 Street | 58.5 | 52 |
| 5 West 137 Street | 60.8 | 42 |
| 124 West 137 Street | 62.9 | 43 |