QUEENS · 21 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Newburg Street in Queens, as indicated by its low grade of F and a score of 54.3, presents residents with a range of challenges that significantly impact their quality of life. The most prevalent issue is the persistent problem of blocked driveways, with nine complaints, which can make daily tasks like leaving for work or bringing groceries home a hassle. This is exacerbated by illegal parking, with eight complaints, often leading to further driveway obstructions or making it difficult for emergency services to access the street. Illegal dumping, with three complaints, contributes to an unsanitary environment, as does the presence of mold in some homes, reported twice. The street's condition, mentioned in two complaints, suggests potholes, cracks, or other damage that can make walking or driving unpleasant and potentially hazardous.
The noise from loud music or parties, although not explicitly stated, can be inferred from the high number of complaints about illegal overnight parking, particularly commercial vehicles, which suggests that these vehicles might be associated with such activities. This late-night noise pollution can disrupt sleep and create a hostile living environment. Additionally, the presence of abandoned vehicles, with two complaints, not only contributes to the street's visual blight but also poses safety concerns, as they can obstruct sidewalks or driveways and become hubs for criminal activity. The street's crime statistics, with a total of five incidents including two felonies, reflect this concern.
Neighboring streets offer a stark contrast to Newburg Street. While Newburgh Street itself and nearby Dunkirk Drive share a similar grade of F, the adjacent streets of Turin Drive (Grade C) and the A-graded Everitt Place and Lovingham Place suggest that improvements are possible with increased city attention and community engagement. Residents of Newburg Street might look to these streets as examples of what their own could become with proper investment and action. Despite the challenges, the community's collective voice, as heard through their complaints, indicates a desire for change and a willingness to work towards a safer, cleaner, and more peaceful Newburg Street.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 20 | |
| Noise | 2 | |
| Maintenance | 5 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 6 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Street Condition | 2 | |
| Safety | 1 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 2 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 4 | |
| Total | 46 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 2 |
| Misdemeanors | 3 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 5 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 116-28 Newburg Street | 77.2 | 8 |
| 115-01 Newburg Street | 92.1 | 7 |
| 114-49 Newburg Street | 96.7 | 3 |
| 115-63 Newburg Street | 98.0 | 1 |
| 115-70 Newburg Street | 98.4 | 2 |
| 116-15 Newburg Street | 98.5 | 6 |
| 115-72 Newburg Street | 98.9 | 4 |
| 116-57 Newburg Street | 99.0 | 2 |
| 116-54 Newburg Street | 99.4 | 2 |
| 115-02 Newburg Street | 99.4 | 2 |