STATEN ISLAND · 13 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Cottage Place in Staten Island is a mixed bag, with a B grade reflecting a score of 84.2, indicating that while it's not perfect, it's generally a peaceful and safe street. The biggest gripe among residents seems to be noise, with a total of 8 complaints related to loud music or parties. These events often occur with vehicles parked on the street, as evidenced by the "With License Plate" details in some noise complaints. The noise issue can be quite disruptive, especially for those who work night shifts or have young children.
Another significant challenge is parking, with 4 complaints each for blocked driveways and illegal parking. This suggests a chronic issue with vehicles being parked inappropriately, blocking residents' access to their own driveways or causing traffic congestion. This problem is exacerbated by the presence of abandoned and derelict vehicles, with a total of 5 complaints. These vehicles not only take up valuable parking spots but also contribute to the street's visual blight.
In terms of infrastructure, there are concerns about sidewalk conditions and snow or ice management. The street also has an issue with blocked fire hydrants, which can pose a safety hazard in case of a fire. There are also lead-related complaints, with 2 residents requesting lead kit tests, indicating potential lead-based paint or contamination issues in some homes.
Interestingly, despite the listed issues, Cottage Place has a clean criminal record, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations in the area. This suggests that while there are indeed neighborhood issues that need to be addressed, the street remains largely safe and crime-free. Compared to its neighboring streets like New Street, Avenue B, and Vreeland Street, which have F grades, Cottage Place stands out as a more desirable place to live. However, residents would certainly welcome improvements, particularly in the areas of noise control and parking management, to enhance their quality of life on the street.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 13 | |
| Noise | 8 | |
| Street Condition | 2 | |
| Safety | 3 | |
| Water/Sewer | 1 | |
| Air Quality | 2 | |
| Other | 3 | |
| Total | 32 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 11 Cottage Place | 96.5 | 7 |
| 73 Cottage Place | 97.5 | 2 |
| 79 Cottage Place | 97.8 | 2 |
| 65 Cottage Place | 97.8 | 2 |
| 29 Cottage Place | 98.0 | 2 |
| 51 Cottage Place | 98.6 | 7 |
| 28 Cottage Place | 99.4 | 2 |
| 77 Cottage Place | 99.6 | 2 |
| 19 Cottage Place | 99.6 | 2 |
| 18 Cottage Place | 99.7 | 1 |