The summer concert season in Forest Hills, Queens, kicked off with a notable increase in noise complaints, totaling 40 on May 31, coinciding with its first show. This figure nearly tripled from the 14 complaints recorded the week before. The consistent uptick in complaints highlights community frustration over numerous issues, including loud noise and crowd disturbances. While some locals benefit from the influx of visitors, others have resorted to lawsuits and attempts to block city permits in response to the disturbances. The stadium's summer lineup promises many more events, raising concerns among residents.
The increase in noise complaints, which surged to 40 on the first concert night, reflects long-standing tensions between concertgoers and local residents in Forest Hills.
Residents have reported feeling overwhelmed not only by the noise but also by the large crowds of concert-goers, leading to concerns about their neighborhood's character.
Attempts by residents to block permits for the stadium's summer events underscore growing frustration about noise and the influx of visitors, sparking legal action.
The latest analysis highlights a troubling trend in concert noise complaints, with 2022's Yeah Yeah Yeahs show generating the highest complaints at 62.
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