MANHATTAN · 263 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on West 71 Street in Manhattan can be quite challenging, as indicated by its official grade of F, the lowest possible score. Residents here are besieged by a relentless cacophony, with the most prevalent complaint being noise from helicopters, amounting to a staggering 306 reports. The constant thrum of rotor blades overhead can make it difficult to enjoy quiet moments, especially during the night when the city's noise should be at its lowest. This persistent noise pollution is not the only sonic assault; vehicle noise and residential noise also top the complaint list, with 11 and 10 reports respectively. The street is also plagued by illegal parking, with 45 reports, contributing to a general sense of disorder and chaos.
Another significant issue is the blocking of fire hydrants, with 10 reports. This is not only a violation of safety regulations but also a potential risk to the entire community in case of a fire emergency. Other problems include a high incidence of noise-related issues like car or truck horns honking (7 reports) and banging or pounding (6 reports), which can make it difficult for residents to sleep or concentrate. The street also struggles with sanitation issues, with 6 reports each of trash and dirty conditions. The sidewalks and curbs are in poor condition, with 5 and 4 reports respectively, making walking along the street potentially hazardous. Despite these challenges, residents have reported incidents of harassment, theft, and larceny, indicating that safety is also a concern.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 167 | |
| Noise | 1680 | |
| Maintenance | 372 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 36 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 124 | |
| Street Condition | 63 | |
| Safety | 54 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 13 | |
| Water/Sewer | 21 | |
| Air Quality | 43 | |
| Food/Eating | 21 | |
| Other | 158 | |
| Total | 2752 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 4 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 11 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 342 West 71 Street | 0 | 298 |
| 217 West 71 Street | 18.9 | 36 |
| 276 West 71 Street | 22.0 | 92 |
| 111 West 71 Street | 58.1 | 50 |
| 26 West 71 Street | 69.0 | 62 |
| 145 West 71 Street | 70.6 | 39 |
| 167 West 71 Street | 71.6 | 38 |
| 23 West 71 Street | 79.5 | 41 |
| 228 West 71 Street | 80.1 | 29 |
| 155 West 71 Street | 81.0 | 22 |