Community Chat

[bonnielu]

Live in a very quiet rural neighorhood.  Been here over 50 years and I yes know the make up of the neighborhood has changed.  But today was a real challenge.  Was not feeling well.  Took a nap mid day only to be woken up by loud music that last more than 5 hours.  Band music from new neighbor (rental)  Loud and really weird music.  I did call  other neighbors around me who were equally upset.  Should we call the rental agent?  Should be call the police? Should we approach the neighbor who I cannot believe did not know about the loud sounds?  I am asking for the next time around.

[PickyPicky3]

Was it a party or just the neighbors?

[SurferWife]

Yes to every question, with one caveat.  I would only call the police if it's after 10pm, which I realize your situation was not.

[bonnielu]

New neighbors.  No party as I could tell.  

Seemed to be someone working in open garage.  Did not want to approach.  

I was told they were renters which is very rare in our neighborhood.  Not sure the owner or the real estate agent would be a choice to approach.  Approaching the actual neighbor might be tricky.  I don't want to trigger them or it might be the makings of a long term battle.  

I was thinking of bringing them a welcome gift .... maybe.. what do  you all think?

[PickyPicky3]

Would you be bringing them a welcome gift if they didn't make noise? 

I would wait a bit to see if this happens regularly. It may not.

And one person's weird music is another person's joy.

In the meantime, try and say hello if you see them at the mailbox or in a store. Keep it casual.

[reviewer from sc]

This reminds me of that show called "Fear Thy Neighbor" on ID. Please don't let it escalate to that. I would only call the police if it persists and it was at night. They may figure that most people are away at work or out doings errands during the day. They may mean no harm. Then again, I think of the tv show...

[Janey2]

Find out your town's rules on noise. Usually the town's website will give you that information. Probably nothing you can do about daytime noise. Be careful whom you start with. If it is an ongoing problem maybe a group of neighbors can ask if the noise can be lowered as some of you nap during the day. I would not approach this neighbor alone in today's world, you never know ........

[hckynutjohn]

@bonnielu 

If is a 1 off, I would forget it, but!  If it is a regular thing, I would first talk with the neighbors. Hopefully that will keep this problem at bay. If not?

Not sure what loud noise laws prohibit higher decibels during the daylight hours. Might depend on where you live, and if you have a HOA, might talk with someone on the Board.

I know the many years I worked the Graveyard shift(midnight-8am), neighbors mowed their lawns and even the County did street work, most times with jackhammers. Not much I could do about either.

Hopefully you can work something out, and if not? Might consider calling the rental agent if need be.

hckynut 🇺🇸

[catter70]

I've been going thru this for the last 2 or 3 years. New people moved in across the street and it began. We are in townhouses and feel very sorry for the folks on either side. I guess he doesn't work because he sits in  his garage with the door up all day with the music blaring. People coming and going at all hours on the weekend. I wonder what's really going on over there. A couple neigbors have called the police and it stops for a week or 2, but then starts all over. I've thought about it because i'm awakened all the time, but afraid they'll find out who called. When walking I can hear the music over on the next block. I've been here 24 years and have never had this problem before, but I'm tired of it.

[Imaoldhippie]

If you do any of the ideas you suggested you will definitely make an enemy of your new neighbor.  Things could get worse for you.  It was during the day.  How long did it last?