City Removes Unauthorized Miller Avenue Speed Bumps
DOT crews cleared the plastic barriers, and the street is now slated for an official traffic-safety evaluation.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Home Organization
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New York City Department of Transportation crews removed unauthorized plastic speed bumps from Miller Avenue in Brooklyn this Monday. The barriers had been installed by a local resident using personal funds to address concerns about speeding vehicles on the residential street.
Why it matters
The unauthorized installation highlights the risks of non-standard road modifications, as street safety features require professional engineering to prevent hazards. The city is now evaluating the location for official traffic calming measures.
A local resident installed bolted-down hard plastic bumps on Friday, October 23, 2026, which were removed three days later. The street has been the site of seven accidents since 2023, including an incident involving a seven-year-old child in 2024.
The players
New York City Department of Transportation
The agency responsible for maintaining street safety and regulating traffic-calming infrastructure across all five boroughs.
The details
The speed bumps were constructed using bolted-down hard plastic and funded by a private resident to curb speeding in the neighborhood. Unauthorized installations of this nature can create tripping hazards or unpredictable maneuvers for drivers and cyclists. The Department of Transportation handles traffic calming by conducting professional studies to ensure devices meet safety standards before any street modifications are approved.
Timeline
Friday, October 23, 2026: The resident installed the DIY speed bumps.
Monday, October 26, 2026: DOT crews removed the unauthorized devices.
The Home Front
Private road modifications must align with city-wide engineering standards to ensure safety for all neighbors. This event follows the standard operating procedures of the New York City Department of Transportation traffic calming program.
If you are concerned about traffic speed on your street, contact your local community board to request a formal Department of Transportation traffic study. Avoid DIY road modifications, as these can create legal and safety liabilities for property owners.
The takeaway
Unauthorized street modifications are removed by the city because they lack the safety testing required for public infrastructure. Residents seeking safer streets should petition their local community board to initiate an official city traffic study for their block.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC New York.
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