Zombie home at 92-04 70 Avenue
Work to enlarge existing 2-story home back in 2013 was withdrawn on June 11, 2014. Since then, the property has been a dumping ground and an eyesore.
Sanitation
Scaffolding at 100-01 Metropolitan (90-04 70 Avenue)
The scaffolding has been up for about 3 years. The site has multiple work violations without a permit. Residents have been pooped on by pigeons on the scaffolding.
Mid-section of Aubrey Avenue, southside, has flooding due to backed up sewer main
Even-numbered south side has problem, but not the odd-numbered north side. Hurricane Ida was bad for those living on the south side, but those across the street. Sewer pipes were replaced, but it did not make a difference. Residents are also asking for “NO TRUCKS” allowed signs returned and for filming companies to be more … Read more
Metropolitan Avenue off Woodhaven Boulevard
(1) Accidents happen regularly when cars turning right onto Metropolitan at this corner; there is a police camera, but residents have been asked for videos. (2) Trash tossed over the fence from people waiting for bus. (3) A resident did place her own trash can to collect public trash. (4) Residents notice start of a … Read more
Hurricane Ida was a 5′ basement flood event at 74 Avenue and Woodhaven Service Road.
City sewer backed up flooding basements and cars parked in the backyard. Residents said the City had not cleared the sewers properly, and the 4″ pipe should be upsized to 6″. Another annoyance expressed by residents in this area is dog poop not picked up.
Owner of 69-26 Woodhaven Blvd is living in care facility; Zombie Home.
Building has not been maintained for years. Community Board has been informed, health violations has been issued, some work by the city was done. Where can one access such public record? Zombie home has attracted squatters and scrupulous people.
Woodhaven Boulevard Underpass by Home Depot is a popular place for graffiti, dumping, loud music, homeless…
Right after a major clean up of graffiti, couches, etc., another set of appliance was dumped here. Residents are not comfortable walking by at night. Loud music late night and cars donutting at Home Depot are other concerns at this area.
Homeless shelter at 85-15 101 Avenue is not so neighborly.
113 single adult males with mental illness have been sheltered here for over two years. Politicians complained; demonstrations were held. Once opened, there is no legal option in contract to shut it down. Why cannot the City stipulate in its contract calling for periodic reviews? If certain safety criteria were not met, contract would be … Read more
Worst trash situation at A train entrance
Property owners are responsible for cleaning sidewalk and 18″ from the curb according to NYC Sanitation. What happens if your sidewalk includes a MTA station exit? Trash begets dog poop. Owner has been ticketed without getting assistance nor sympathy from the MTA. Residents have also asked when will an elevator be installed at this 80 … Read more