QUEENS · 408 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on Utopia Parkway in Queens is far from the idyllic name it bears, as indicated by its dismal grade of F. Residents are constantly battling a plethora of issues that significantly impact their quality of life. Illegal parking is the most prevalent problem, with residents reporting 388 instances. Cars are often parked in no-parking zones, blocking driveways, or taking up space meant for emergency vehicles, creating a daily obstacle course for other residents. The street condition itself is another major concern, with 132 reports of potholes, damaged and dead trees, and uneven sidewalks making it difficult and sometimes dangerous to navigate, especially for elderly residents or those with mobility issues.
Noise pollution is another significant problem on Utopia Parkway, with 76 reports of residential noise and 70 reports of vehicle noise. This includes loud music and parties that often continue late into the night, disrupting sleep and creating a constant sense of unrest. Additionally, abandoned vehicles and blocked fire hydrants pose safety hazards, with 70 and 38 reports respectively. The lack of accessible parking due to illegal parking and abandoned vehicles often forces residents to park far from their homes, making it inconvenient and sometimes unsafe to travel to and from their dwellings.
Despite these challenges, residents of Utopia Parkway have a sense of community and are actively involved in trying to improve their street. They regularly report issues to the city, and many have formed neighborhood watch groups to address the safety concerns. However, the persistent problems and high crime rate, including 11 felonies, 20 misdemeanors, and 6 violations, indicate that more needs to be done to make Utopia Parkway a place that truly lives up to its name.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 507 | |
| Noise | 151 | |
| Maintenance | 6 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 87 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 14 | |
| Street Condition | 222 | |
| Safety | 23 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 124 | |
| Water/Sewer | 39 | |
| Air Quality | 21 | |
| Food/Eating | 9 | |
| Other | 189 | |
| Total | 1392 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 11 |
| Misdemeanors | 20 |
| Violations | 6 |
| Total | 37 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 80-00 Utopia Parkway | 56.6 | 145 |
| 81-85 Utopia Parkway | 59.4 | 23 |
| 42-37 Utopia Parkway | 64.2 | 12 |
| 80-43 Utopia Parkway | 70.8 | 9 |
| 67-43 Utopia Parkway | 81.4 | 17 |
| 61-00 Utopia Parkway | 88.7 | 28 |
| 30-04 Utopia Parkway | 90.4 | 4 |
| 58-20 Utopia Parkway | 91.0 | 22 |
| 64-41 Utopia Parkway | 91.2 | 20 |
| 47-63 Utopia Parkway | 91.2 | 15 |