Legal boundaries for a pool

[Metairie1234]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Louisiana
Our neighbors have installed a pool and it is VERY close to the fence separating our houses. I looked on the internet and it found information stating that it should be 10 ft from the property line - is this true? I would be surprized it is even 5 feet!
What can I do? I would like to pursue this building violation further because their pool has now created non-stop parties and loud music and screaming till all hours.
I'm just looking for advice as to what office/department in town to bring this to their attention.

 

[justalayman]

You need to contact your local building department and inquire about the line set off concerning such type of construction. Many areas have a different requirement for a side lot line than they do from the back or the front line.

 

[drewguy]

Not to mention different setbacks for different things--houses, garages, other "structures" (which may include pools), etc.

This is a local/town/county issue.

 

[dleighty]

but even if they had to move it 5 more feet away,that wil not stop the noise from partys and music. may be better to talk to them about the noise,and try to get along .

 

[drewguy]

but even if they had to move it 5 more feet away,that wil not stop the noise from partys and music. may be better to talk to them about the noise,and try to get along .

Indeed, the proper department is the police or whoever handles noise violations.

 

[HomeGuru]

Yes, ask that the building inspector check th ings out. Maybe there is no building permit. Maybe the pool location is not following the setbacks as noted on the plans. Maybe you are unsure of the actual property boundary lines.