Neighborhood summary

Living on Congress Street in Brooklyn, particularly at address 55, is an experience that presents a unique set of challenges for its residents, as reflected by the city's data. The most prominent issue is the persistent problem of illegal parking, with a staggering 125 complaints. This can lead to blocked driveways (32 complaints), obscured fire hydrants (25 complaints), and even blocked crosswalks (14 complaints), creating a maze of obstacles for both residents and emergency services. The illegal parking is often due to violations such as posted parking sign violations (63 complaints) and commercial overnight parking (16 complaints), suggesting a lack of enforcement or inadequate parking facilities in the area.

Noise pollution is another significant issue on Congress Street, with a total of 22 complaints related to residential noise, helicopter noise, and general noise. While the noise levels may not be severe enough to warrant a higher number of complaints, the consistent presence of noise, especially from helicopters, can greatly impact the quality of life for residents. Additionally, the street faces maintenance and facility issues (6 complaints), damaged trees (6 complaints), and improper disposal of residential waste (6 complaints), indicating a need for more regular upkeep and community engagement.

Despite these challenges, the surrounding streets offer a mix of environments. Warren Place and Cobble Hill Park, both nearby, have received 'A' grades, suggesting they are well-maintained and have fewer issues. However, Amity Street and Kane Street, also nearby, share a similar 'F' grade with Congress Street, indicating that the problems on Congress Street are not isolated but part of a larger trend in the area. The lack of crime reports on Congress Street is somewhat reassuring, but the combination of parking violations and noise complaints suggests a need for targeted interventions to improve the living conditions on this street.

311 complaints trend · 4.2/address → Stable

Crime trend 3 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Congress Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on Congress Street

Nearby streets