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seanied

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My next door neighbour decides to become my personal DJ every second Sunday night at approximately 11pm. I have said it to him and he get very embarresed and apologises but them the gets drunk and plays the music extremely loud and sometimes decides to sing along to the tunes, much to my enjoyment....not.
What can i do about this situation I had siad it a couple of times now but to no avail. It is only when he is out drinking on a Sunday night that he plays the music this loud.
 
There are civil laws about breaching the peace and your corporation/council probably also has bye-laws about noise. Two avenues - why not pursue both? If other neighbours are affected as well why not bring them on board?
 
if you are in a housing estate or apartment you can inform the management company in writing. if they dont respond write to the nearest county council along with an copy of ur letter to the mangment company
 
if you can find the landlord (does he/she come monthly etc. to collect rent) complain to them. Gardai are often effective too in scenarios like this.
 
Killter said:
if you can find the landlord (does he/she come monthly etc. to collect rent) complain to them. Gardai are often effective too in scenarios like this.
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this assumes its not an owner occupied residence. If bucko embarrassed, call into him in the process...should buy you sleep time. then let him know your next call will be gardai!!
 
Yeah - call in when it happens and explain the problem as clearly and calmly as possible. I had to do this with a couple of neighbours over the years and never fell out with them as a result.
 
I've found if they are under the affluence of alcohol ;) you're wasting your time talking either calmly or loudly.
 
My sister went with earplugs at night and Phantom of the Opera in the morning while getting ready for work - that with her screeching along to the songs seemed to make the student neighbour a little more considerate - started turning the volume down.
 
Hi

If you have a management company they should be your first port of call. Most management agreements now contain covenants that restrict the playing of loud music after 10 in the evening. If the noise affects other neighbours encourage them to contact the management company as well.

The guards generally wont get involed in this type of dispute as it's a civil matter, and the most effective way to deal with it is via the courts. I know this sounds a bit drastic, but it's a very inexpensive and simple process. The Department of the Environment website will provide you with the info you need.
 
You might find this useful mate:

Under Irish law, you are entitled to bring complaints about specific neighbourhood noise to the District Court.

Types of noise covered
Noise such as that coming from other homes, workshops or local businesses that is continuous, repeated, loud and occurring at such times and of such duration that it affects the quality of life of the person is covered in Irish law.

The law in Ireland governing this area is (Section 108) of the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1992 and the Environmental Protection Agency Act (Noise) Regulations 1994 (SI No. 179 of 1994). While the law does not specifically mention an exact level or standard of noise that is illegal, it is clear that if neighbourhood noise is affecting the quality of life of a citizen, then you have a right to complain. Your local authority has the power to investigate complaints about neighbourhood noise and also has specialist equipment that measures levels of sound.

A European standard for external intruder alarms replaced all current national standards in September, 2003. The new standard incorporates stricter controls regarding minimum and maximum duration for the sounding of alarms. The new limits are 90 seconds minimum and 15 minutes maximum. However, the new controls only apply to alarms fitted from September, 2003.

Rules
Making a complaint
You should approach the person or business causing the noise and explain that it is a nuisance and try to come to a mutually acceptable solution. If this does not work, your local authority has the same power as individuals to bring noise complaints to the District Court. In addition, local authorities have similar powers to the Environmental Protection Agency in relation to premises, processes and works other than those that require licensing under the Environmental Protection Agency Act. The Environmental Protection Agency can require the person or body to take specific measures to prevent or limit noise. Anyone required to take such specific measures by the Environmental Protection Agency must do so or face prosecution.

If you wish to make a complaint to the District Court, you are not required to be represented by a solicitor, however, you may engage the assistance of a solicitor to help prepare your noise complaint and present this in court. You should consult with the Clerk of your local District Court about an appointment for the hearing of your case and refer precisely to the law relating to your case (Section 108 of the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1992 and the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1992 (Noise) Regulations 1994 (SI No. 179 of 1994).

The appointment for the hearing of your case must be at least 7 days later than the date on which you inform the person responsible for the noise nuisance that you will be taking your case to court. You must use a Environmental Protection Agency Act, 1992 - noise form of notice to inform the person or business that you will be taking them to court. It is important that you use this form of notice only and that you complete it fully and accurately.

The District Court will call both parties together and listens to both sides of the case. If the court finds in your favour, it can order the person or body to limit the noise, reduce the level of noise or stop the noise completely. Any Orders made by the court must be complied with.

Penalties for breach of law
The maximum fine for conviction on breach of noise regulations is 3,000 euro or 12 months in prison or both.

How to apply
Approach the person or business responsible for the noise and try to reach a mutually acceptable solution. You may find that they were not aware of the nuisance and in most cases, this will resolve the problem.

If you have tried to resolve the problem amicably and this has not worked, you may then refer your complaint to your local authority, or you can take your complaint directly to your local District Court or the Environmental Protection Authority.

Complaints regarding aircraft noise should be made directly to the Irish Aviation Authority.

Where to apply
Environmental Protection Agency
P.O. Box 3000,
Johnstown Castle Estate
Co. Wexford.
Tel: (053) 60600
Fax: (053) 60699
E-mail: info@epa.ie

Irish Aviation Authority
Aviation House,
Hawkins Street,
Dublin 2.
Tel: (01) 671 8655
Lo-call: 1850 77 55 88
Fax: (01) 679 2934
E-mail: info@iaa.ie
 
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