I live in a rented townhouse and each unit is assigned two parking spaces behind the building. Parking in the front, on the street, is for anyone. My next door neighbor has ONE car and she usually parks out front. Whenever I park out front, even if there's still plenty of space for other cars, she'll park out back in MY spot. My spot isn't even behind her apartment. Both of her assigned spots are open! Is she doing this to be a B? Should I say something to her or just call my landlord? I'm not stealing anyone's spot when I park out front. The street is public property. But when I do want to park in my assigned spot, there's her car. What shall I do?
2006-11-30 03:12:02 · 21 answers · asked by two_kee_kees 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I do park in her spot, because they're both open and mine is taken! Oh and my bf uses our other spot...
2006-11-30 03:15:10 · update #1
I would leave a note, but it's raining.
2006-11-30 03:26:53 · update #2
My bf and I live together, so we need two spaces.
2006-11-30 03:27:51 · update #3
Buy a really ugly lawn ornament and put it there! When you pull up just move it then pull in your spot. The landlord can't complain because it is YOUR spot, so you were just decorating! On the other hand your neighbor can't complain either because once again it is YOUR spot! If that doesn't work you could all ways just tell her you don't appreciate it.
2006-11-30 03:21:41 · answer #1 · answered by chromecranium 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would try talking to her or leaving a note asking her not to park in her space. If that doesn't work talk to the landlord or have her car towed. Just be sure to be nice about it.
I once confronted someone who was parked in my assigned spot (they didn't even live in the complex). They retaliated by slashing the tires on my neighbor's car the next day - it was the only car parked in that area and they couldn't remember which spot they were in the night before.
2006-11-30 03:23:24 · answer #2 · answered by lb2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your personality, because either choice is OK. If you don't mind conflict, wait until she's parked in your spot again and say something, or leave a note under the windshield. A good way to approach it is to say, "I think you might not know this, but space #'s xx are mine and I notice you're parked there." That way, if she really doesn't know, it comes off as being concerned rather than confrontational. It also gives her the opportunity to play stupid if she's doing it on purpose. If this leaves a bad taste in your mouth, let your landlord know. For all intents and purposes, you pay him/her to deal with all the stuff that comes up. That's one of the joys of renting. Good luck!
2006-11-30 03:17:37 · answer #3 · answered by shannonscorpio 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just ask her if she has your spots confused because she has been parking in your spot and you need your spot for your boyfriend. Try being nice about it at first. If she does it again call the landlord. Try not to be too confronting because you don't know how long you will have to live near one another. Bickering with neighbors can make life very uncomfortable. Good luck, people become strange about parking.
2006-11-30 03:26:26 · answer #4 · answered by schuby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the Landlord. If these are assigned spots, then she is clearly in violation of lease rules. It can be frustrating, she probably is doing it to be catty. Do not forget that once you complain, you cannot park anywhere but in your own two spaces.DO NOT tow her car you are not the property owner and you do not have legal authority.
2006-11-30 03:19:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just tell her straight up that if I decide to park in the front that's my business but when I want to park in my assigned spot then I don't want to see your car out there. Tell her "You have two assigned spots so what are you doing? Trying to be a BlTCH to me?" Just let her know that if she keeps parking in your spot, then you will have to tell the landlord.
2006-11-30 03:17:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the landlord needs to explain the rules to her.
In your position I would first speak to the landlord who may not have explained the rules to her. It's possible that even if he did explain the rules that she didn't understand. If after he explains the rules she still parks in your spot then I would think she's being a B. Hopefully she's just misinformed or ignorant.
2006-11-30 03:14:06 · answer #7 · answered by CyndiDrum 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i would talk to her first, maybe she's just not thinking-give her the benefit of the doubt....just let her know that you need those spots and that even if no-one is parked in your spot, you like to keep it open for guests that may come to visit you......if this doesn't solve the problem then i'd definately talk to the landlord....good luck!!
2006-11-30 03:46:30 · answer #8 · answered by SNAP! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
write her a friendly letter first. Put it in plastic if it is raining. Explain you need both the parking spots and could she please refain from using them. Say it nicely because she might not think anyone cares she is parking there. IF she continues to park there have her car towed.
2006-11-30 03:58:55 · answer #9 · answered by jennyve25 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave a note on her car first advising her that you will contact the landlord if it continues. If it does continue beyond the warning call your landlord.
2006-11-30 03:28:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋