In an ideal world, you’d live in peace and harmony with your neighbours, maybe even becoming friends with them. However, this isn't always the case, and issues can quickly arise due to proximity, shared boundaries or a range of issues.
Here at DJP Solicitors, we are experts in helping people deal with issues with their neighbours, so have put together this informative guide on how to resolve them.
Approach Your Neighbour
The first way to go about solving an issue is to talk with your neighbour if you feel comfortable. You can speak to them directly, or perhaps write them a letter if you haven’t been able to talk to them in person.
Describe the issue as plainly as you can, and the action that you would like to take to resolve this. Try to be as reasonable as possible, as this is the best way to resolve the issue. If they are reasonable, this might end the issue in its entirety and you won’t have to do anything else.
Talk To Landlords Or Residents’ Associations
If your neighbour is a tenant, you could talk to their landlord about the issue so they can approach their tenant to discuss the issue and ensure it gets fixed. You could also talk to a resident or tenant association if there is one. Many people might be having a similar problem with the tenant, and the more people complain the higher the chance they will listen.
Contact The Police
If you think a crime is being committed, you should also contact the police. This includes if the issue itself is illegal, or the way they are treating you after you raise the issue is violent or threatening.
Consult Legal Help
If the issue develops further, consulting a lawyer and taking legal action can be the last resort. A letter from a solicitor shows that you are taking the issue seriously and can help explain the legal position of the dispute.
Once every other option has been exhausted, going to court could be the last resort to solve the problem.
Neighbour Dispute Help With DJP Solicitors
If you need legal advice and help with dealing with a neighbour dispute in Aberdeen, work with the team at DJP Solicitors today. We’re experienced in a wide range of civil law disputes, including neighbour disputes. We can help provide legal advice for anti-social behaviour and arrange court orders if needed.
We are based in Aberdeen but also serve the North-East, Moray and Angus. Get in touch with us today to find out how we can help you.
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