neighbor builds carpentry projects all day

[CGA]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NJ

I have a neighbor who is outside all day, every day (unless it's raining or snowing) using circular saws, band saws, drills, etc. to build various projects made out of wood. I checked my town's ordinances and it says it's ok for anyone to use a saw between the hours of 8am and 9pm, but I would imagine this is in place so contractors can do work on houses without neighbors complaining, but I wouldn't think it would apply to someone who is doing this every single day. It wasn't stated so I don't know. He sometimes starts working earlier than 8am. I work from home on certain days and I have the type of job where I have to read, think, attend meetings by phone and the constant sawing is a disturbance. I imagine calling the police is pointless since the law says it's ok for someone to make this type of noise, plus I don't want to be that type of neighbor anyway. I just think it's excessive and if he wants to build, he should rent out a place to do that and shouldn't be doing it in a residential neighborhood on a daily basis. Just looking for some advice.

 

[Proserpina]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NJ

I have a neighbor who is outside all day, every day (unless it's raining or snowing) using circular saws, band saws, drills, etc. to build various projects made out of wood. I checked my town's ordinances and it says it's ok for anyone to use a saw between the hours of 8am and 9pm, but I would imagine this is in place so contractors can do work on houses without neighbors complaining, but I wouldn't think it would apply to someone who is doing this every single day. It wasn't stated so I don't know. He sometimes starts working earlier than 8am. I work from home on certain days and I have the type of job where I have to read, think, attend meetings by phone and the constant sawing is a disturbance. I imagine calling the police is pointless since the law says it's ok for someone to make this type of noise, plus I don't want to be that type of neighbor anyway. I just think it's excessive and if he wants to build, he should rent out a place to do that and shouldn't be doing it in a residential neighborhood on a daily basis. Just looking for some advice.

I'm not sure what we can tell you - you've said yourself that the law favors him.

 

[TheGeekess]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NJ

I have a neighbor who is outside all day, every day (unless it's raining or snowing) using circular saws, band saws, drills, etc. to build various projects made out of wood. I checked my town's ordinances and it says it's ok for anyone to use a saw between the hours of 8am and 9pm, but I would imagine this is in place so contractors can do work on houses without neighbors complaining, but I wouldn't think it would apply to someone who is doing this every single day. It wasn't stated so I don't know. He sometimes starts working earlier than 8am. I work from home on certain days and I have the type of job where I have to read, think, attend meetings by phone and the constant sawing is a disturbance. I imagine calling the police is pointless since the law says it's ok for someone to make this type of noise, plus I don't want to be that type of neighbor anyway. I just think it's excessive and if he wants to build, he should rent out a place to do that and shouldn't be doing it in a residential neighborhood on a daily basis. Just looking for some advice.

White noise machine or headphones.

 

[154NH773]

If it is a job or business, check into local laws governing those activities in residential neighborhoods. Check sound levels and see if they exceed any law or ordinance. Talk to the neighbor to see if he could mitigate the noise. As a last resort, speak to a local lawyer about a civil remedy.

 

[Antigone*]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NJ

I have a neighbor who is outside all day, every day (unless it's raining or snowing) using circular saws, band saws, drills, etc. to build various projects made out of wood. I checked my town's ordinances and it says it's ok for anyone to use a saw between the hours of 8am and 9pm, but I would imagine this is in place so contractors can do work on houses without neighbors complaining, but I wouldn't think it would apply to someone who is doing this every single day. It wasn't stated so I don't know. He sometimes starts working earlier than 8am. I work from home on certain days and I have the type of job where I have to read, think, attend meetings by phone and the constant sawing is a disturbance. I imagine calling the police is pointless since the law says it's ok for someone to make this type of noise, plus I don't want to be that type of neighbor anyway. I just think it's excessive and if he wants to build, he should rent out a place to do that and shouldn't be doing it in a residential neighborhood on a daily basis. Just looking for some advice.

Invest in a good set of ear plugs or move.

 

[CGA]

154NH773
If it is a job or business, check into local laws governing those activities in residential neighborhoods. Check sound levels and see if they exceed any law or ordinance. Talk to the neighbor to see if he could mitigate the noise. As a last resort, speak to a local lawyer about a civil remedy.

Thanks, 154NH773. That's the type of advice I was looking for. I don't know if this person is running a business or if this is a hobby. He doesn't seem to have a job outside the home so I'm guessing it's a business. I will look into it further.

 

[Zigner]

Thanks, 154NH773. That's the type of advice I was looking for. I don't know if this person is running a business or if this is a hobby. He doesn't seem to have a job outside the home so I'm guessing it's a business. I will look into it further.

You have received valid advice from EVERY responder in this thread. A thanks is indicated for all...

 

[TheGeekess]

You have received valid advice from EVERY responder in this thread. A thanks is indicated for all...

But it wasn't what he wanted to hear.

 

[disneykid52]

1 word,,,,MOVE

 

[Antigone*]

1 word,,,,MOVE

That wasn't helpful, disney

 

[nextwife]

Sounds like a neighbor I'd like to get to know!

 

[Proserpina]

Sounds like a neighbor I'd like to get to know!

LOL gotta admit, that went through my mind too!

 

[154NH773]

You have received valid advice from EVERY responder in this thread. A thanks is indicated for all...

I disagree. Valid? Maybe, but not helpful responses from the "Seniors".

I'm not sure what we can tell you - you've said yourself that the law favors him.

No, not helpful.

White noise machine or headphones.

No, not helpful.

Invest in a good set of ear plugs or move.

No, not helpful.

 

[Proserpina]

I disagree. Valid? Maybe, but not helpful responses from the "Seniors".

No, not helpful.

No, not helpful.

No, not helpful.

Lighten up, Francis.

 

[Mass_Shyster]

I checked my town's ordinances and it says it's ok for anyone to use a saw between the hours of 8am and 9pm

Does the ordinance permit use of a saw between 8am and 9pm, or does it prohibit use of a saw between 9pm and 8am?

If the latter, you may have a cause of action for nuisance.