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    Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
    Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Low Income People
    Travelers
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    New York City has thousands of aging buildings, many of which face significant façade deterioration, such as cracks, loose materials, or water damage. These issues not only threaten the safety of residents and pedestrians but often go unnoticed due to a lack of public awareness. While the NYC 311 system allows for the reporting of such hazards, many residents do not know how to use it or do not pay close enough attention to building details to identify potential problems. Additionally, the architectural richness of NYC is often overlooked, with people admiring buildings as a whole but failing to engage with the unique features and histories that define the city's urban identity. This creates a dual challenge: addressing public safety concerns tied to building maintenance and fostering a deeper connection between communities and their architectural environment.
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    The solution is FacadeWatchers, a mobile app that empowers New York City residents and visitors to actively contribute to building safety while deepening their appreciation of the city's architecture.\nFacadeWatchers allows users to take or upload photos of building façades and flag areas they suspect might have structural issues, such as cracks, loose bricks, or signs of deterioration. The app's integrated AI technology analyzes these flagged photos to confirm potential hazards. If a problem is detected, the app automatically generates a detailed report and forwards it to NYC's 311 system, ensuring that city authorities are promptly notified.\nBeyond safety reporting, FacadeWatchers serves as an educational platform. It offers interactive tutorials that teach users how to recognize various architectural elements and common façade problems. By learning to identify these features, users become more vigilant and informed, enhancing overall public safety.\nThe app also fosters community engagement. Users can share personal experiences, historical facts, and stories about the buildings they photograph, creating a richer connection with the city's urban landscape. An interactive map displays user-submitted photos, highlighting buildings with flagged safety concerns and those of architectural interest. To encourage participation, FacadeWatchers includes gamified challenges, such as treasure hunts and photo competitions, rewarding users with badges and recognition within the community.\nBy integrating safety reporting, education, and community engagement, FacadeWatchers is able to effectively address the challenge of unreported façade issues and the underappreciation of New York City's architectural heritage. It transforms everyday interactions with the city into meaningful actions, empowering individuals to help create a safer and more connected community.
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10003
    "]
  • +["<xml><dl class=\"decidim_awesome-custom_fields\" data-generator=\"decidim_awesome\" data-version=\"0.10.2\"><dt name=\"text-1727190723263-0\">Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?</dt><dd id=\"text-1727190723263-0\" name=\"text\"><div></div></dd><dt name=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\">Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.</dt><dd id=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\" name=\"checkbox-group\"><div alt=\"Youth\">Youth</div><div alt=\"Older Adults\">Older Adults</div><div alt=\"Public Housing Residents\">Public Housing Residents</div><div alt=\"Low Income People\">Low Income People</div><div>Travelers</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\">Describe the challenge you want to address:</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>New York City has thousands of aging buildings, many of which face significant façade deterioration, such as cracks, loose materials, or water damage. These issues not only threaten the safety of residents and pedestrians but often go unnoticed due to a lack of public awareness. While the NYC 311 system allows for the reporting of such hazards, many residents do not know how to use it or do not pay close enough attention to building details to identify potential problems. Additionally, the architectural richness of NYC is often overlooked, with people admiring buildings as a whole but failing to engage with the unique features and histories that define the city's urban identity. This creates a dual challenge: addressing public safety concerns tied to building maintenance and fostering a deeper connection between communities and their architectural environment.</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>The solution is FacadeWatchers, a mobile app that empowers New York City residents and visitors to actively contribute to building safety while deepening their appreciation of the city's architecture.\nFacadeWatchers allows users to take or upload photos of building façades and flag areas they suspect might have structural issues, such as cracks, loose bricks, or signs of deterioration. The app's integrated AI technology analyzes these flagged photos to confirm potential hazards. If a problem is detected, the app automatically generates a detailed report and forwards it to NYC's 311 system, ensuring that city authorities are promptly notified.\nBeyond safety reporting, FacadeWatchers serves as an educational platform. It offers interactive tutorials that teach users how to recognize various architectural elements and common façade problems. By learning to identify these features, users become more vigilant and informed, enhancing overall public safety.\nThe app also fosters community engagement. Users can share personal experiences, historical facts, and stories about the buildings they photograph, creating a richer connection with the city's urban landscape. An interactive map displays user-submitted photos, highlighting buildings with flagged safety concerns and those of architectural interest. To encourage participation, FacadeWatchers includes gamified challenges, such as treasure hunts and photo competitions, rewarding users with badges and recognition within the community.\nBy integrating safety reporting, education, and community engagement, FacadeWatchers is able to effectively address the challenge of unreported façade issues and the underappreciation of New York City's architectural heritage. It transforms everyday interactions with the city into meaningful actions, empowering individuals to help create a safer and more connected community.</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10003</div></dd></dl></xml>"]
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    Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
    Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Low Income People
    Travelers
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    New York City has thousands of aging buildings, many of which face significant façade deterioration, such as cracks, loose materials, or water damage. These issues not only threaten the safety of residents and pedestrians but often go unnoticed due to a lack of public awareness. While the NYC 311 system allows for the reporting of such hazards, many residents do not know how to use it or do not pay close enough attention to building details to identify potential problems. Additionally, the architectural richness of NYC is often overlooked, with people admiring buildings as a whole but failing to engage with the unique features and histories that define the city's urban identity. This creates a dual challenge: addressing public safety concerns tied to building maintenance and fostering a deeper connection between communities and their architectural environment.
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    The solution is FacadeWatchers, a mobile app that empowers New York City residents and visitors to actively contribute to building safety while deepening their appreciation of the city's architecture.\nFacadeWatchers allows users to take or upload photos of building façades and flag areas they suspect might have structural issues, such as cracks, loose bricks, or signs of deterioration. The app's integrated AI technology analyzes these flagged photos to confirm potential hazards. If a problem is detected, the app automatically generates a detailed report and forwards it to NYC's 311 system, ensuring that city authorities are promptly notified.\nBeyond safety reporting, FacadeWatchers serves as an educational platform. It offers interactive tutorials that teach users how to recognize various architectural elements and common façade problems. By learning to identify these features, users become more vigilant and informed, enhancing overall public safety.\nThe app also fosters community engagement. Users can share personal experiences, historical facts, and stories about the buildings they photograph, creating a richer connection with the city's urban landscape. An interactive map displays user-submitted photos, highlighting buildings with flagged safety concerns and those of architectural interest. To encourage participation, FacadeWatchers includes gamified challenges, such as treasure hunts and photo competitions, rewarding users with badges and recognition within the community.\nBy integrating safety reporting, education, and community engagement, FacadeWatchers is able to effectively address the challenge of unreported façade issues and the underappreciation of New York City's architectural heritage. It transforms everyday interactions with the city into meaningful actions, empowering individuals to help create a safer and more connected community.
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10003
    "]
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