QUEENS · 62 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Martense Avenue in Queens, New York, is a testament to the urban challenges that many New Yorkers face daily. The street, graded as an 'F' by the city, is a labyrinth of parking woes and noise disturbances that can make quiet moments scarce. Residents here endure a significant problem with illegal parking, with 38 complaints last year, often leading to blocked driveways - a staggering 66 complaints. The lack of parking etiquette is so pronounced that even the city's sanitation workers and vehicles have faced issues, with 5 complaints registered. Derelict vehicles also pose a problem, with 6 complaints, likely contributing to the feeling of clutter and disorder.
The noise pollution on Martense Avenue is relentless, with a cacophony of sounds assaulting the ears of its residents. The most prevalent culprit is loud music, both from residential sources (22 complaints) and vehicles (29 complaints), often extending late into the night. The constant hum of traffic (20 complaints) adds to the auditory onslaught. Even the city's water system has faced issues, with 11 complaints, suggesting that the street's infrastructure may be under strain. Another notable concern is the obstruction of fire hydrants, with 12 complaints, which could pose a serious safety risk in the event of a fire. Despite these challenges, the street's residents persist, navigating the narrow alleys and makeshift parking spots that have become the norm on Martense Avenue.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 117 | |
| Noise | 73 | |
| Maintenance | 8 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 6 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Street Condition | 8 | |
| Safety | 6 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 4 | |
| Water/Sewer | 14 | |
| Air Quality | 6 | |
| Other | 14 | |
| Total | 259 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 2 |
| Misdemeanors | 1 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 3 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 104-05 Martense Avenue | 87.8 | 8 |
| 105-14 Martense Avenue | 88.0 | 24 |
| 101-20 Martense Avenue | 89.7 | 11 |
| 103-21 Martense Avenue | 90.4 | 16 |
| 101-15 Martense Avenue | 95.5 | 9 |
| 105-13 Martense Avenue | 96.0 | 4 |
| 101-19 Martense Avenue | 96.3 | 9 |
| 105-01 Martense Avenue | 96.6 | 11 |
| 101-08 Martense Avenue | 96.6 | 5 |
| 101-01 Martense Avenue | 96.7 | 10 |