STATEN ISLAND · 25 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Layton Avenue in Staten Island is a challenge, as evidenced by its abysmal grade of F and a score of 0, based on official city data. The street is plagued by a myriad of issues that significantly impact the quality of life for its residents. Topping the list of complaints is the persistent problem of blocked driveways, with a staggering 28 reports, making it nearly impossible for residents to access their homes or park their vehicles safely. The street's dirty and unsanitary condition is another significant concern, with 15 reports, likely due to the accumulation of trash and debris, which also contributes to the rodent infestation, reported 14 times. The noise pollution is relentless, with both residential noise (15 reports) and street/sidewalk noise (4 reports) becoming a daily nuisance, often attributed to loud music or parties (10 reports), loud talking (6 reports), and banging/pounding (6 reports). Access to the street is often obstructed due to illegally parked vehicles, with 8 reports, and the lack of access issue is so severe that it has been reported 25 times.
The recurring theme of unsanitary conditions is further emphasized by the reports of mold (6 reports) and trash buildup (18 reports), which not only create an unpleasant living environment but also attract rodents and pose potential health risks. The street's sanitation issues are exacerbated by the inefficient garbage and recycling storage, with 7 reports, and the frequent missed collection of waste (4 reports). The list of problems extends to essential utilities, with 7 reports of heat/hot water issues and 5 reports of plumbing problems. Additionally, the street's condition attracts rodents, with 6 reports, and the presence of rodents is further exacerbated by the posted parking sign violations (5 reports) and apartment-only conditions (4 reports).
The surrounding streets share a similar grim picture, with Westervelt Avenue, Beechwood Avenue, Hendricks Avenue, Crescent Avenue, and Benziger Avenue all graded with an F, indicating that the problems on Layton Avenue are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. Despite the numerous challenges, the crime rate on Layton Avenue appears relatively low, with 1 felony, 2 misdemeanors, and 0 violations reported. However, the most common offenses include criminal mischief, petit larceny, and assault 3, suggesting that the street's issues may contribute to an overall sense of disorder and tension among its residents.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 38 | |
| Noise | 25 | |
| Maintenance | 21 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 22 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 22 | |
| Safety | 3 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 5 | |
| Water/Sewer | 2 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 9 | |
| Total | 148 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 2 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 3 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 42 Layton Avenue | 79.5 | 17 |
| 86 Layton Avenue | 81.2 | 19 |
| 15 Layton Avenue | 85.9 | 20 |
| 88 Layton Avenue | 91.1 | 12 |
| 14 Layton Avenue | 92.5 | 14 |
| 90 Layton Avenue | 92.7 | 7 |
| 80 Layton Avenue | 97.2 | 3 |
| 55 Layton Avenue | 97.2 | 8 |
| 25 Layton Avenue | 97.5 | 2 |
| 54 Layton Avenue | 97.8 | 11 |