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Double parking on both sides by dozens of cars on Sunday afternoon and evening. Creates a hazardous situation
Here is where the new market has opened up.in the morning, trucks unload the products in the northbound lane. This causes double parking and slower travel speeds via bus or car
I am writing on behalf of DaCorta Hardware, located at 91-07 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, to formally request the installation of a “Truck Loading Only” parking regulation sign in front of our business. We are open from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and we receive regular deliveries from freight carriers and box trucks. Currently, there is no dedicated loading zone in front of our location, and trucks are often forced to double-park on Astoria Boulevard, creating traffic congestion and safety hazards for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. A designated “Truck Loading Only” zone would ensure safe and efficient delivery operations while reducing the risk of traffic disruptions in the area. We respectfully request that NYC DOT conduct a site evaluation to determine the feasibility of this signage. Should you require further details or wish to schedule a site visit, please contact: Alex Pitsironis DaCorta Hardware Phone: 718-340-8750 Email: alex@dacorta.com
On multiple occasions—regardless of the time of day—the bike lane in this area is consistently obstructed by individuals parking their bicycles illegally. This forces cyclists, including myself, to ride into the main road against the flow of traffic, which poses a significant safety hazard due to speeding vehicles. On July 29, 2025, I attempted to document the issue by photographing the obstructed bike lane. During this time, an individual approached me and stated I was not allowed to record. Shortly afterward, a staff member of the business—possibly the owner—came outside and began filming me with his phone. This interaction was both intimidating and unprofessional. It appears that the business not only tolerates but may even encourage this ongoing obstruction of the bike lane. There seems to be a complete lack of accountability regarding public safety and proper use of the designated bike lane in front of the establishment.
Frequent loading/unloading in the travel lane related to daycare pickup/dropoffs, nyc parks workers for the playground, and all the typical ecomm deliveries. This part of 17th street has no houses/driveways on the north side and would be great as a neighborhood loading zone.
They opened the Dream Charter School and took a lane away from the area to add a bike lane. So now between parents double parking to drop their children off and Flate Rate moving company double parking every day for no reason what so ever the area has become extremely congested and very dangerous. Kids are crossing in between trucks and I fear that someone could potential get really hurt or worse. Something needs to be done to rectify the problem. I have several photos and have spoke to a lot of people in the neighborhood as well as business owners that would like a solution.
On starling ave off of unionport road there are always multiple cars double parked. It’s difficult driving through this area due to narrowing off street and the potential of an accident. Doors are being opened as on one occasion I had to swerve. This community double parks and as a result it’s unsafe for other drivers.
Every night about 5 cars double park. Blocking cars and fire hydrant.
Please remove the Loading Zone sign located at189 E. 18th St. and 201 E. 18 St. The sign is located by two apartment buildings. There is no loading or unloading there, no business.
Taino towers houses thousands of residents as well as 6 small businesses all dependent on commercial as well as residential deliveries. The double parking of large trucks and vehicles compromises the safety of others vehicles driving on this avenue as well as that of bicyclists and pedestrians. it blocks visibility on a road that is majorly congested as it serves as a main vein to the Triborough Bridge as well as the Third Avenue Bridge at all times during the business day.
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