Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Georgia

Noisey Neighbors

Since moving in our apt 4/99 we have had to call the police numerious times due to the loud music and noise from upstairs. I have called the manager of the apts and requested something be done.I requested when we moved in ,due to my disabiltiies,I am 100% disabled, not to be put under noisy neighbors with kids and dog. The apts manager assured me they would not.They have 2 kids and 3 dogs.

I have complained to managers since the day we moved in to no avail.They keep telling me that the people are moving but it has been a year now.They keep us awake at night and wake us up by 5am nearly everday.It sounds like elephants dancing to hip hop music.My lease is up in april and I can not afford to move at this time.And to go on a month to month lease is an extra $50.What recoures do I have if any?


Asked on 2/13/00, 6:20 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Hugh Wood Wood & Meredith

Re: Noisey Neighbors

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You do not have much recouse under Georgia law. The situation you pose does not rise to the level of constructive eviction. It count for a reduction in rent (legally), but pardon the cliche, don't count on it.

Under Georgia law, you can either move or get ear plugs.

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Answered on 2/15/00, 9:42 pm


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