Private House with Housing Group Property next door containing noisy tenants what does the law say regarding my rights as a private householder because the Housing Group are dragging their heels on this matter.
2006-10-31 19:25:15 · 10 answers · asked by W H 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I think in the UK you have to have more than one, and possibly up to three, independent complaints about domestic noise before the police will intervene and speak to the offenders.
You could try talking to the owner of the tenanted property to see if the occupants are in breach of the terms of the lease. Other than that, perhaps Citizens Advice may have a lawyer you can chat to about your legal options.
2006-10-31 19:33:03 · answer #1 · answered by Bart S 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We had exactly the same problem. We also called the environment people, and they came round and monitered the noise. It was then up to us how we pursued it. We did not want to involve anything, as the people were absolute scum, and any record of a grievance is something you would have to mention when selling. I feared an ongoing escalation as these people were beyond reason.
I am sorry to say that eventually, we moved because it was too much. They were beyond dialogue. We tried talking but were met with threats, and I did not want to see my car get scratched or my cat go missing, you know? You see these nightmare neighbours from hell programmes, and I did not want to join them.
I would suggest, if you have no intention of moving anytime soon, get the environment agency round, make sure your home insurance cover is up to date and appropriate, and go from there. If your neighbours just stay up late once in a while, maybe you can come to an understanding, particularly if they are bothering other private home owners-have you spoken to anyone else or is it not like that? The law can prosecute for persistant offenders, it's just if they know it was you who complained, you could become a target.
It depends on how reasonable they are.
2006-10-31 19:42:02 · answer #2 · answered by StuartB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I the UK the law here is the tort of nuisance.
You have the right to the quiet enjoyment of your property. However if the noise is done to deliberately annoy you then this is contrary to the Protection from Harrasment Act.
These tenants are probably in breach of their tenancy agreement.
OPf etn a letter from a solicitor will stop the problem, if not you may have a case to take before a court.
Contact a solicitor.
Hope this helps, good luck
2006-10-31 22:18:44 · answer #3 · answered by LYN W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local police department.
Nearly every community in the United States has a noise level oridinance in effect. If the decibal level of noise that comes from your neighbor is over the noise level limit, the police can and most times will impose a stiff fine on your neighbors. I have heard stories that the fines in my home state are $500.00 for a first offense.
You are doing right by contacting your Housing Group. If this problem persists, then the Housing Group can make their life a hell.
2006-10-31 20:13:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-03 04:00:34 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People can make noise from 6:00 AM until 11:00 PM in most states!
No one can make a rule that conflicts with law!
2006-10-31 19:38:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We had similar problems. You are given a call out number for a noise officer. while the noise is going on you ring them, they come around, if they think the noise is too loud (once) they will take the offender to court. That is exactly what happens in the UK.
2006-10-31 19:45:57 · answer #7 · answered by iusedtolooklikemyavatar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a complaint to the council first. If the noise continues, complain again. They will send round environmental health officers with noise equipment.
2006-10-31 19:31:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
What kind of noises are they making?
2006-10-31 19:32:05 · answer #9 · answered by lisaaz29 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
f**k and let f**k.
2006-10-31 19:33:18 · answer #10 · answered by benzhowz 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋