QUEENS · 367 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 28 Street in Queens, as indicated by the official city data, presents a laundry list of challenges that significantly impact the quality of life for its residents. The street has earned a dismal grade of 'F', with a score of 0, indicating a severe need for improvement across various aspects.
Firstly, illegal parking is a persistent issue, with 405 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways (259 complaints) and even blocked fire hydrants (240 complaints), which poses significant safety concerns, particularly during emergencies. Residents also frequently report inadequate heat and hot water (103 complaints), further compounding their discomfort. The noise pollution is notable, with 90 complaints specifically citing residential noise, and an additional 53 complaints about banging or pounding, and 51 about loud music or parties. These issues could be indicative of overcrowding, lack of enforcement, or both.
The streets and sidewalks are in poor condition, with 50 and 43 complaints respectively, potentially leading to safety hazards for pedestrians and vehicles alike. Sanitation is also a problem, with 38 complaints about unsanitary conditions and 42 about trash. Snow and ice removal is inadequate, according to 52 complaints, which could be a slippery and dangerous situation during winter months.
In terms of crime, the street has seen 7 felonies, 8 misdemeanors, and 4 violations. The top offenses include harassment, criminal mischief, grand larceny of a motor vehicle, and offenses against public order and safety, suggesting a mix of property crimes and disorderly conduct. While the immediate neighboring streets (31 Drive, 30 Road, and 27 Street) also have poor grades, the proximity of better-rated areas like Athens Square and Mt Sinai Hospital of Queens offers some hope that improvements can be made to bring 28 Street up to par.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 725 | |
| Noise | 160 | |
| Maintenance | 155 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 128 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 55 | |
| Street Condition | 119 | |
| Safety | 20 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 54 | |
| Water/Sewer | 50 | |
| Air Quality | 26 | |
| Food/Eating | 4 | |
| Other | 201 | |
| Total | 1697 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 8 |
| Violations | 4 |
| Total | 19 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 33-15 28 Street | 28.9 | 80 |
| 34-30 28 Street | 38.8 | 53 |
| 35-16 28 Street | 71.4 | 14 |
| 26-05 28 Street | 71.7 | 17 |
| 28 Street | 76.2 | 67 |
| 26-17 28 Street | 78.5 | 38 |
| 34-50 28 Street | 80.3 | 30 |
| 37-30 28 Street | 83.8 | 3 |
| 33-34 28 Street | 87.0 | 10 |
| 22-64 28 Street | 88.0 | 16 |