STATEN ISLAND · 39 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Ontario Avenue in Staten Island presents a stark contrast to its neighboring streets, despite being nestled between the well-maintained Logan Avenue and Seneca Avenue. The street's F grade, with a score of 47.8, reflects the numerous challenges residents face on a daily basis.
One of the most pressing issues is the noise pollution, with 69 reports of loud music and parties, making it difficult for residents to enjoy a peaceful environment, especially at night. The noise isn't limited to residential properties; 22 complaints were made about street and sidewalk noise, likely due to the loud chatter of late-night revelers or passing vehicles with booming sound systems. The noise problem is exacerbated by the lack of enforcement, with only 5 reports of 'No Access' and 4 reports of vehicles playing loud music with license plates.
Another significant challenge is illegal parking, with 6 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways and, worse, blocked fire hydrants, which poses a serious safety risk. The snow removal issue is also prominent, with 7 complaints of snow or ice buildup and 3 reports of snow tracking onto clean streets, indicating that the street cleaning efforts are insufficient during the winter months. Abandoned vehicles and trash buildup also contribute to the street's untidy appearance.
Interestingly, despite these challenges, the crime rate on Ontario Avenue is almost non-existent, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations. However, the lack of crime does not negate the need for improvement in the quality of life issues that residents face daily. The contrast with the neighboring streets, particularly the A-grade Schoharie Street and Logan Avenue, underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to address the specific problems plaguing Ontario Avenue.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 16 | |
| Noise | 71 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 9 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Street Condition | 3 | |
| Water/Sewer | 4 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 14 | |
| Total | 121 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 68 Ontario Avenue | 88.5 | 23 |
| 46 Ontario Avenue | 91.5 | 20 |
| 90 Ontario Avenue | 96.7 | 4 |
| 65 Ontario Avenue | 97.0 | 6 |
| 77 Ontario Avenue | 97.0 | 6 |
| 45 Ontario Avenue | 97.5 | 5 |
| 51 Ontario Avenue | 98.7 | 2 |
| 70 Ontario Avenue | 98.8 | 3 |
| 167 Ontario Avenue | 98.8 | 6 |
| 37 Ontario Avenue | 99.0 | 2 |