QUEENS · 396 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 135 Street in Queens presents a unique set of challenges, as evidenced by the city's data. Residents are subjected to a near-constant barrage of noise, with 'Noise - Residential' and 'Loud Music/Party' being the most frequently reported issues, accounting for over 400 complaints. This isn't merely a matter of late-night noise; the 'Banging/Pounding' reported by residents suggests that the disturbances are not only persistent but also intrusive and potentially disruptive to the structural integrity of buildings. The 'No Access' and 'Partial Access' complaints, totaling over 270, indicate that vehicles are frequently blocking driveways and causing obstacles on the street, exacerbating the existing noise and parking problems.
The street also grapples with recurring sanitation and safety issues. 'Blocked Hydrant' and 'Blocked Sidewalk' complaints, with over 140 reports, highlight concerns about fire safety and accessibility. The 'Abandoned Vehicle' and 'Derelict Vehicles' issues, with over 140 combined complaints, contribute to the street's visual blight and potential safety hazards. Moreover, the 'Illegal Conversion Of Residential Building/Space' complaints suggest that some residences may be operating outside of the city's zoning regulations, potentially leading to overcrowding and other quality-of-life concerns.
The crime data provides a further context to the quality of life on 135 Street. With a total of 47 criminal offenses reported, including assaults, vehicle and traffic laws violations, and harassment, residents might feel a sense of unease and insecurity. While the numbers may not reflect a crime-ridden street, the presence of these offenses is disconcerting, particularly when considering the other challenges that residents face. In contrast, nearby streets like Van Wyck Boulevard and Sanders Place have significantly lower crime rates and better reported grades, suggesting that the issues on 135 Street are not merely indicative of the broader Queens borough.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 685 | |
| Noise | 490 | |
| Maintenance | 170 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 50 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 81 | |
| Street Condition | 112 | |
| Safety | 48 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 35 | |
| Water/Sewer | 79 | |
| Air Quality | 23 | |
| Food/Eating | 1 | |
| Other | 200 | |
| Total | 1974 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 15 |
| Misdemeanors | 26 |
| Violations | 6 |
| Total | 47 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 87-10 135 Street | 0 | 110 |
| 80-08 135 Street | 35.1 | 128 |
| 82-08 135 Street | 36.0 | 25 |
| 81-10 135 Street | 38.6 | 82 |
| 109-30 135 Street | 40.6 | 57 |
| 135 Street | 45.9 | 95 |
| 82-46 135 Street | 48.8 | 53 |
| 123-36 135 Street | 61.4 | 23 |
| 120-06 135 Street | 64.1 | 72 |
| 77-11 135 Street | 77.7 | 20 |