QUEENS · 318 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 193rd Street in Queens, as indicated by its grade F with a score of 0, presents several challenges that significantly impact residents' quality of life. The most pressing issue is the inconsistent and often absent heat and hot water, with a staggering 398 complaints, leaving residents to endure harsh winters and cold showers. This is exacerbated by the fact that many of these issues are building-wide, affecting entire structures, with 348 complaints specifically targeting the whole building.
Noise pollution is another significant problem, with 79 complaints related to residential noise, including 66 reports of loud music or parties. This likely means residents struggle with late-night disturbances and lack of sleep, which can have serious physical and mental health impacts. Additionally, public safety is compromised by blocked hydrants, with 30 complaints, which can hinder fire response times in case of emergencies. This is particularly concerning given the street's crime statistics, which include 12 felonies and 16 misdemeanors, with petit larceny being the most common offense.
Further compounding these issues are parking and sanitation problems. Illegal parking, with 147 complaints, and abandoned vehicles, with 57 complaints, make it difficult for residents to park near their homes. Blocked driveways, with 96 complaints, also cause inconvenience and potential safety hazards. Moreover, unsanitary conditions, with 67 complaints, and improper garbage and recycling storage, with 27 complaints, suggest a lack of cleanliness and proper waste management on the street.
Surrounded by streets with contrasting grades—Clover Hill Road and Salerno Avenue with A grades, and 195th and 196th Streets with F grades—193rd Street stands out as an area in urgent need of improvement. The high number of complaints and the variety of issues suggest that living on 193rd Street can be quite challenging, with residents facing numerous obstacles that impact their daily lives and overall well-being.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 323 | |
| Noise | 117 | |
| Maintenance | 502 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 106 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 74 | |
| Street Condition | 125 | |
| Safety | 6 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 83 | |
| Water/Sewer | 88 | |
| Air Quality | 22 | |
| Other | 119 | |
| Total | 1565 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 12 |
| Misdemeanors | 16 |
| Violations | 4 |
| Total | 32 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 88-73 193 Street | 0 | 375 |
| 91-35 193 Street | 10.7 | 102 |
| 90-01 193 Street | 34.4 | 31 |
| 193 Street | 47.2 | 109 |
| 91-61 193 Street | 54.9 | 55 |
| 91-36 193 Street | 65.1 | 44 |
| 117-41 193 Street | 77.5 | 11 |
| 91-60 193 Street | 78.7 | 37 |
| 105-11 193 Street | 84.1 | 17 |
| 118-17 193 Street | 87.7 | 4 |