STATEN ISLAND · 27 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Drake Avenue in Staten Island offers a mix of urban living with a touch of suburban quietude, though not without its share of challenges. The most prominent issue residents face is illegal parking, with a total of 8 complaints, indicating a persistent problem with cars parked inappropriately or blocking driveways, which also received 7 complaints. This can make it difficult for residents to park their own vehicles or access their driveways, as evidenced by 5 reports of 'No Access' and 2 of 'Partial Access'.
The condition of the sidewalks is another significant concern, with 8 complaints and 8 violations. This likely means that sidewalks are damaged, uneven, or lack proper maintenance, posing potential tripping hazards and making it difficult for residents, especially the elderly or those with mobility issues, to navigate the street safely. The street conditions themselves were also a source of frustration for residents, with 6 complaints, suggesting the presence of potholes, cracks, or other road damage.
Residents have also reported noise disturbances, with 5 complaints in total. Notably, 4 of these were related to construction noise occurring before or after permitted hours, indicating a persistent issue with contractors not adhering to noise regulations. While the overall crime rate on Drake Avenue is low, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations, the noise pollution can still cause disturbances and disrupt the quality of life for those living on the street.
In comparison to nearby streets, Drake Avenue's grade of B (81.2) places it in the middle range. While Utter Avenue and Fairview Avenue both have an A grade, indicating excellent living conditions, streets like Rice Avenue (C grade) and Potter Avenue (D grade) face more significant challenges. However, given the specific problems reported on Drake Avenue, there is still room for improvement to ensure a safer and more enjoyable living environment for its residents.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 16 | |
| Noise | 5 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 6 | |
| Street Condition | 14 | |
| Safety | 1 | |
| Water/Sewer | 8 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 5 | |
| Total | 56 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 139 Drake Avenue | 96.9 | 7 |
| 183 Drake Avenue | 98.0 | 1 |
| 61 Drake Avenue | 98.8 | 3 |
| 171 Drake Avenue | 99.0 | 3 |
| 122 Drake Avenue | 99.0 | 1 |
| 116 Drake Avenue | 99.1 | 3 |
| 84 Drake Avenue | 99.3 | 3 |
| 151 Drake Avenue | 99.4 | 2 |
| 155 Drake Avenue | 99.4 | 2 |
| 76 Drake Avenue | 99.4 | 3 |