QUEENS · 650 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 120th Street in Queens, as indicated by the official city data, presents a multifaceted challenge, with a substantial number of residents grappling with recurring issues. The most prominent concern is the persistent problem of illegal parking and blocked driveways, with a total of 1,523 complaints logged, making it nearly impossible for residents to access their own properties, with 600 instances of 'No Access' and 183 instances of 'Partial Access'. This issue is further compounded by the frequent blocking of fire hydrants, with 302 reported incidents, which poses a significant safety risk in case of fire emergencies.
Noise pollution is another major issue, with 728 total noise complaints, ranging from loud music and parties (448) to loud talking (146) and banging/pounding (115). The persistent noise disturbs the peace and quiet of the neighborhood, likely impacting the quality of life and sleep of many residents. Moreover, the street is plagued by sanitation issues, with 65 complaints of unsanitary conditions and 131 complaints regarding heat/hot water, suggesting substandard living conditions for some residents.
The street's grade of 'F' and the high number of complaints indicate a dire need for improvement. The nearby streets, including 121 Street, 88 Road, 118 Street, 86 Road, and 91 Avenue, all graded 'F', suggest that the issues plaguing 120th Street are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. Additionally, the street sees its fair share of criminal activity, with 26 felonies, 19 misdemeanors, and 12 violations reported, the most common offenses being harassment, assault, and petit larceny. This high crime rate further contributes to the sense of unease and insecurity among residents.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 1746 | |
| Noise | 777 | |
| Maintenance | 269 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 102 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 87 | |
| Street Condition | 154 | |
| Safety | 54 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 77 | |
| Water/Sewer | 78 | |
| Air Quality | 25 | |
| Food/Eating | 3 | |
| Other | 604 | |
| Total | 3976 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 26 |
| Misdemeanors | 19 |
| Violations | 12 |
| Total | 57 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 107-06 120 Street | 0 | 494 |
| 107-10 120 Street | 2.4 | 352 |
| 103-35 120 Street | 16.2 | 117 |
| 104-45 120 Street | 30.5 | 178 |
| 85-25 120 Street | 36.3 | 82 |
| 120 Street | 46.0 | 110 |
| 12-21 120 Street | 53.0 | 58 |
| 109-05 120 Street | 55.2 | 37 |
| 85-15 120 Street | 56.9 | 52 |
| 114-31 120 Street | 62.6 | 14 |