STATEN ISLAND · 73 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Burgher Avenue in Staten Island, with a city grade of F, presents a unique set of challenges that impact the quality of life for its residents. The street is plagued by a high number of illegal parking violations, with over 100 reports, resulting in frequent traffic congestion and difficulty in accessing driveways, as evidenced by the 80 reports of 'No Access' and 15 reports of 'Partial Access'. This issue is exacerbated by other parking-related problems, such as blocked driveways (95 reports), improper use of parking permits (30 reports), and double-parked vehicles blocking traffic (10 reports).
The noise level on Burgher Avenue is also a significant concern, with 13 reports of residential noise complaints. While this number may seem relatively low compared to other issues, the persistent noise can disrupt the peace and quiet that residents expect and deserve, particularly at night. Additionally, the street is plagued by safety hazards, including blocked fire hydrants (20 reports), which could hinder firefighters' efforts in case of an emergency, and potholes (11 reports) that pose a risk to vehicles and pedestrians alike.
The surrounding streets, such as Atlantic Avenue, Evergreen Avenue, and Raritan Avenue, also share similar issues, indicating that the problems on Burgher Avenue are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. Despite these challenges, the crime rate on Burgher Avenue is relatively low, with no felonies reported and only 3 misdemeanors and 0 violations in the recent past. However, the most common offenses include offenses against public order and sensibilities, offenses against public administration, and assault, suggesting that the noise and parking issues may occasionally escalate into more serious incidents. Living on Burgher Avenue thus requires residents to be patient, adaptable, and proactive in addressing the various challenges they face on a daily basis.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 209 | |
| Noise | 21 | |
| Maintenance | 1 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 12 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 4 | |
| Street Condition | 24 | |
| Safety | 6 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 16 | |
| Water/Sewer | 5 | |
| Other | 27 | |
| Total | 325 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 3 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 3 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 180 Burgher Avenue | 69.2 | 99 |
| 179 Burgher Avenue | 93.6 | 32 |
| 366 Burgher Avenue | 95.6 | 8 |
| 337 Burgher Avenue | 97.8 | 3 |
| 113 Burgher Avenue | 97.8 | 2 |
| 145 Burgher Avenue | 98.0 | 1 |
| 161 Burgher Avenue | 98.3 | 7 |
| 159 Burgher Avenue | 98.3 | 9 |
| 104 Burgher Avenue | 98.4 | 2 |
| 186 Burgher Avenue | 98.5 | 5 |