Loud Neighbors

[John1863]

What can I do to keep a neighbor from playing his music loud day/night? We have called the police 17 times but nothing ever changes.

 

[Arlene]

You can take them to small claims court alleging nuisance. Bring witnesses, an audio tape, copies of your police reports and any other evidence you can muster. Ask for an award of $5,000 or whatever the small claims jurisdication limit is in your area. There may also be a local ordinance that addresses noise issues. Ask at the county zoning or planning department and they can point you toward local laws that may be applicable.

 

[Tracey]

Rent/borrow a device to measure the sound levels at the property line and inside your house. There is probably a zoning law limiting the number of decibels your neighbor can send over the property line. If he's above that level, you win. If he's below that level, you lose. Take all the laws and test results with you to court.

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This is not legal advice and you are not my client. Double check everything with your own attorney and your state's laws.