Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New Jersey

Neigbor Disturbing the Peace

I recently purchased a condo. My neighbors play very loud music at various times duing the day and night. What are my rights as an owner to stop them from disturbing the peace?


Asked on 2/26/08, 9:26 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Brian Donnelly DONNELLY LLC

Re: Neigbor Disturbing the Peace

Review your condo policy for any rights to quiet enjoyment you may have. The first course of action is always to advise your condo board of the problem.(actually, I would say that the first course of action would simply be to ask your neighbor to turn down the music if you have not done that already). If you are on good terms with your other neighbors, you could inquire as to whether the noise is bothering them as well. If so, have everyone who is encountering the same problem write a letter to the board requesting that they take appropriate action. It could be that the individual is not even an owner, but a tenant of the owner and the owner may have to deal with him. I would use legal methods as a last resort, as these kind of disputes are often very fact specific, "he said, she said" issues and are generally not worth the effort of litigation. Speak to an attorney if you do not get a response from your condo assoc.

This answer is not intended as legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. More information is necessary to answer this question fully and completely. You should always consult an attorney before undertaking any legal action.

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Answered on 2/27/08, 8:43 am
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Neigbor Disturbing the Peace

You have some options, but it will likely take some effort to slow them down. You should NOT consider filing suit as a first option, but try some other strategies first.

Let me know if I can assist you.

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Answered on 2/27/08, 11:25 am


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