QUEENS · 493 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 104th Street in Queens, where the grade of F, score of 0, paints a stark picture of the challenges residents face daily. The most prominent issue is the relentless parking chaos. Residents have reported a staggering 391 instances of blocked driveways and 366 cases of illegal parking, making it a constant struggle to find a parking spot or even access one's own driveway. The situation is so dire that 301 cases of no access and 90 cases of partial access have been reported, indicating severe obstruction and potential safety hazards.
Adding to the daily frustrations is the persistent noise pollution. With 146 reports of residential noise and 136 reports of street/sidewalk noise, the peace and quiet that one might expect from a residential street are nowhere to be found. The loud music and parties, reported 186 times, are a significant contributor to this noise, often disrupting sleep and daily routines. Furthermore, the drug activity, reported 115 times, and the frequent abandoning of vehicles, 96 times, create an atmosphere of lawlessness and neglect, making the street feel unsafe and unwelcoming.
The street's condition is also a significant concern. With 48 reports of poor street conditions and 61 reports of dirty conditions, the upkeep of the street falls short. Blocked fire hydrants, reported 98 times, pose a serious safety hazard, particularly in an emergency situation. Moreover, the lack of proper waste disposal, with 72 reports of trash, contributes to the overall dilapidated appearance of the street.
Despite these challenges, residents can find solace in nearby Russell Sage Playground, which has been graded A, offering a safe and enjoyable green space for relaxation and recreation. However, the nearby streets of Austin Street and Burns Street, both graded F, suggest that the surrounding area also struggles with similar issues, indicating a broader need for improvement in the neighborhood.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 888 | |
| Noise | 333 | |
| Maintenance | 102 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 123 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 44 | |
| Street Condition | 94 | |
| Safety | 181 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 48 | |
| Water/Sewer | 41 | |
| Air Quality | 13 | |
| Food/Eating | 100 | |
| Other | 168 | |
| Total | 2135 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 11 |
| Misdemeanors | 21 |
| Violations | 11 |
| Total | 43 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 40-12 104 Street | 0 | 223 |
| 37-55 104 Street | 32.6 | 37 |
| 104 Street | 59.8 | 102 |
| 45-04 104 Street | 67.2 | 26 |
| 94-06 104 Street | 69.4 | 13 |
| 38-12 104 Street | 71.3 | 42 |
| 42-12 104 Street | 75.4 | 17 |
| 50-19 104 Street | 79.2 | 71 |
| 33-24 104 Street | 82.3 | 5 |
| 46-20 104 Street | 83.0 | 15 |