Most leases will contain covenants which say leaseholders shall not cause nuisance and annoyance to neighbours. There may be more specific restrictions such as no loud music between say 11pm and 7.30am or that floors should be carpeted.
OVERVIEW
- Many complaints from residents of blocks of flats arise from noise.
- DIY or building activity, late night music, laminated floors and barking dogs are the main causes.
- Most leases contain clauses restricting music and/or nuisance but in practice the clauses are difficult to enforce.
- The Government advises residents to resolve noise problems by using a stepped approach. Managers should be aware of this approach and offer advice and support to residents who need to use it.
