STATEN ISLAND · 25 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Figurea Avenue in Staten Island is a tale of two sides. On one hand, it's a relatively peaceful and well-maintained street, reflected in its B grade and score of 83.7. The street is lined with residential homes, many of which are well-kept, contributing to a sense of community and pride among its residents. The lack of reported felonies, misdemeanors, and violations is also a reassuring factor, indicating a safe and secure environment.
However, a closer look at the official city data reveals several persistent issues that residents have to contend with. Illegal parking is by far the top complaint, with 18 reports. This includes commercial overnight parking, which can make parking difficult for residents, and vehicles blocking hydrants, which poses a fire safety hazard. Blocked hydrants, in fact, have been reported eight times, highlighting a recurring issue that could have severe consequences in case of a fire emergency. Additionally, noise from vehicles, though not a frequent issue, can disrupt the otherwise peaceful ambiance of the street.
Other notable problems include missed collections and overgrown trees or branches, which can lead to unsightly litter and potential safety hazards. The presence of rodents and residential disposal complaints suggest that waste management could be improved. Despite these challenges, the street's grade and the predominance of residential disposal complaints over more severe issues indicate that the problems are nuisances rather than major concerns.
In comparison, nearby streets such as Augusta Avenue and Pompey Avenue have been graded D, suggesting that Figurea Avenue's conditions are relatively better. However, the fact that these streets also have persistent issues indicates that there might be broader, systemic problems in the area that the city needs to address. Nevertheless, Figurea Avenue's residents seem to enjoy a generally comfortable and safe living environment, despite the challenges they face.
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 19 | |
| Noise | 1 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 11 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 11 | |
| Water/Sewer | 2 | |
| Other | 3 | |
| Total | 50 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 171 Figurea Avenue | 95.8 | 8 |
| 93 Figurea Avenue | 98.5 | 1 |
| 120 Figurea Avenue | 98.8 | 6 |
| 78 Figurea Avenue | 98.9 | 3 |
| 36 Figurea Avenue | 99.0 | 2 |
| 156 Figurea Avenue | 99.0 | 2 |
| 63 Figurea Avenue | 99.1 | 3 |
| 70 Figurea Avenue | 99.2 | 2 |
| 155 Figurea Avenue | 99.5 | 1 |
| 4 Figurea Avenue | 99.5 | 1 |