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Report a noise problem like loud music, noisy pubs, neighbour's parties or barking dogs to your local council
Disputes with neighbours - noisy neighbours, barking dogs, statutory nuisances, high hedges, mediation and when your council can step in
Follow these steps if you have a dispute with your neighbour. This guide…
Before making a formal complaint or getting others involved, try to…
If your neighbour is a tenant, you can complain to their landlord. This…
If you cannot resolve the dispute by speaking to your neighbour, you can…
You can ask your local council for help if the neighbour dispute involves…
You must try to settle a dispute about a high hedge informally before the…
You should call the police if your neighbour: is violent, threatening or…
If all else fails, you can take legal action against a neighbour. Taking…
Includes neighbour disputes, reporting noise nuisance, pest control and looking after pets
How councils deal with complaints about noise at night, intruder alarms, construction noise and loudspeakers in the street.
Includes what antisocial behaviour is, how to report antisocial behaviour, reporting anonymously, antisocial behaviour case review, support and advice
Guidance for manufacturers, authorised representatives, and responsible persons.
Report a crime or antisocial behaviour by calling the police, or Crimestoppers if you want to remain anonymous
Report a crime by calling the police or Crimestoppers if you want to remain anonymous
Noise is an inevitable consequence of a mature and vibrant society, but it can have a negative effect on people’s quality of life, affecting their health and wellbeing.
What counts as a statutory nuisance and how councils can deal with complaints by issuing an abatement notice.
How councils assess and deal with nuisance odours from industrial, trade and business premises.
Advises on how planning can manage potential noise impacts in new development.
Legal noise limits for on and off-road vehicles, and what to do if you're affected by road, rail or aircraft noise
Find out how to get support if you or someone you know is a victim of antisocial behaviour.
Leasehold property - leasehold disputes, buying the freehold, service charges, lease extensions and Right to Manage
How councils deal with complaints about smoke from premises that's a statutory nuisance, smoke that's exempt and how smoke can be assessed.
This guide explains how impacts on noise should be incorporated into a cost benefit analysis.
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