QUEENS · 909 addresses · 3 precincts
Life on 37 Avenue in Queens is a daily struggle against a perfect storm of noise, parking chaos, and chronic housing issues, according to official city data. The street, graded 'F' with a score of 0, echoes with a cacophony of noise complaints, with loud music and parties being the most frequent offenders, totaling over 597 reports. Residents have to endure the constant blare of car and truck horns, banging and pounding, and even noise from commercial establishments, creating an environment that's far from peaceful. The noise is so incessant that it's not surprising that 'Noise - Street/Sidewalk' and 'Noise - Residential' top the list of complaints, with over 350 and 328 reports respectively.
The parking situation on 37 Avenue is nothing short of a nightmare. With 1026 reports of illegal parking, residents and emergency vehicles alike often find themselves blocked in or unable to access their own driveways, with 505 such reports. The situation is so dire that even fire hydrants are blocked, with 144 reports, posing a significant safety hazard in case of a fire. The chronic housing issues are evident in the high number of 'HEAT/HOT WATER' complaints (409) and 'ENTIRE BUILDING' reports (295), indicating that the problem is not isolated to a few apartments but affects entire buildings. The unsanitary conditions, with 147 reports, further exacerbate the quality of life for those living on this street.
The crime situation on 37 Avenue is also a cause for concern, with 61 felonies, 72 misdemeanors, and 14 violations reported. Assaults and petty larceny are the most common offenses, indicating a need for increased police presence and community engagement. The surrounding streets, including 46 Road, 37 Road, Denman Street, and Elbertson Street, also face similar challenges, with grades ranging from 'F' to 'C', suggesting that the issues on 37 Avenue are part of a larger, systemic problem. Despite these challenges, the resilience of the community is evident in their continuous reporting of issues, a testament to their desire for a better living environment.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 1669 | |
| Noise | 1164 | |
| Maintenance | 941 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 365 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 185 | |
| Street Condition | 309 | |
| Safety | 209 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 51 | |
| Water/Sewer | 174 | |
| Air Quality | 31 | |
| Food/Eating | 403 | |
| Other | 523 | |
| Total | 6024 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 61 |
| Misdemeanors | 72 |
| Violations | 14 |
| Total | 147 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 37 Avenue | 0 | 587 |
| 94-10 37 Avenue | 0 | 28 |
| 86-01 37 Avenue | 0 | 151 |
| 80-01 37 Avenue | 0 | 555 |
| 93-05 37 Avenue | 4.3 | 35 |
| 96-10 37 Avenue | 10.7 | 97 |
| 112-22 37 Avenue | 39.9 | 85 |
| 100-02 37 Avenue | 43.9 | 45 |
| 87-10 37 Avenue | 48.5 | 49 |
| 87-15 37 Avenue | 51.7 | 69 |