Category: Noise, Nuisance, and Disturbance

Understanding Your Rights Regarding Noise Disturbance Everyone has the right to enjoy their home in peace and comfort. Under UK law, you are protected from unreasonable noise that interferes with your daily life. Understanding your rights is the first step in addressing noise problems with a neighbour, and can help you resolve the issue amicably…

Introduction to Legal Nuisance Legal nuisance is a concept under UK law that refers to a substantial and unreasonable interference with your use or enjoyment of your property, caused by someone else’s actions. Unlike minor annoyances or everyday inconveniences, a legal nuisance must go beyond what is considered acceptable in a neighbourhood, and it typically…

Understanding Noise Problems as a Tenant Noise problems are a common issue for tenants in rented properties, and understanding what counts as a noise nuisance is an important first step before making a complaint to your landlord. In a rental context, a noise nuisance or disturbance is any unwanted or excessive sound that disrupts your…

Understanding Noise Complaints and Your Rights Noise complaints arise when sounds from a property or individual disrupt the peace, comfort, or health of others nearby. In the UK, not all noise is treated equally – what counts as “unacceptable” depends on factors such as the time of day, frequency, duration, and the type of noise…

What Are Noise Abatement Notices? A noise abatement notice is a formal legal notice issued by your local council to address excessive or unreasonable noise that is causing a nuisance. These notices are a key tool used by councils to tackle problems where noise is affecting the peace and comfort of residents – particularly in…