STATEN ISLAND · 4 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Melissa Street in Staten Island, as indicated by its high grade of A (93.5), generally offers a safe and pleasant environment. However, the top complaints from residents provide a more nuanced picture of life on the street.
One of the most frequent issues is abandoned vehicles, with a total of 7 complaints. This suggests that parking enforcement may be a challenge, with cars left unattended for extended periods, potentially blocking driveways or narrowing the street for passing vehicles. The fact that all these complaints include a license plate number indicates that the vehicles are likely registered and thus traceable, which could mean that repeat offenders are a problem.
Another noticeable issue is the presence of deceased animals, with 3 complaints specifically mentioning cats. While it's not uncommon for wildlife to perish in urban environments, the frequency of these complaints could indicate a problem with feral cat populations or vehicle strikes. It's worth noting that these complaints may also be related to the presence of deceased animals in or around private residences, which could pose health and sanitation concerns.
Other reported issues include water system problems, with one complaint each about dirty water and a broken water meter at a private residence. These could indicate infrastructure issues or maintenance problems within the neighborhood. Fortunately, given the overall grade of the street, these issues appear to be relatively infrequent and well-managed.
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 7 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Water/Sewer | 2 | |
| Total | 12 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 35 Melissa Street | 98.5 | 1 |
| 36A Melissa Street | 99.7 | 1 |
| 30A Melissa Street | 99.7 | 1 |