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Neighborhood summary
Otis Avenue in the Bronx, particularly around the address 29, is a street that has seen better days, as reflected by its low grade of F. Residents here face a daily barrage of issues that impact their quality of life. Illegal dumping is a significant problem, with trash and debris often left on the street, attracting rodents and creating an unsightly and unhygienic environment. Abandoned and illegally parked vehicles clog the streets, making it difficult for residents to navigate and park their own cars. The street conditions are poor, with potholes and cave-ins causing damage to vehicles and posing a risk to pedestrians. The noise levels are high, with loud music and parties often disrupting the peace, especially at night. Blocked hydrants and driveways can be life-threatening in emergency situations and are a common occurrence on this street.
Despite these challenges, the community has not given up on Otis Avenue. Residents have reported many of these issues to the relevant authorities, with a high number of removal requests for abandoned vehicles and illegal dumping. However, the persistent nature of some problems suggests that more needs to be done to address these issues. Interestingly, while crime data indicates that felonies and misdemeanors are relatively low, it's important to note that property-related crimes like grand larceny of motor vehicles and possession of stolen property can be directly linked to the vehicle-related problems on the street. This underscores the need for increased vigilance and community involvement to tackle these issues.
311 complaints trend ยท 2.5/address โ Stable
Crime trend 22 total
Noise Breakdown
What kind of noise is being reported?
311 Complaints
| Category | Count | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 36 | |
| Noise | 7 | |
| Maintenance | 3 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 23 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 3 | |
| Street Condition | 12 | |
| Safety | 4 | |
| Water/Sewer | 2 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 5 | |
| Total | 96 |
Notable buildings on Otis Avenue
What residents are reporting
Crime on Otis Avenue
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 1 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 2 |
Most common offenses
GRAND LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE (1) POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY (1)
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