Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

Can someone put a dryer vent in my air space?

My neighbor has started putting his dryer vent from his window and it sticks out into my property. My porch is right underneath this window and I sit there frequently. When he uses his dryer I have lint landing on my table plus the air has a bad odor which causes my allergies to act up.

Can I object? what are my rights.?

One additional question. If the vent stays inside but just the vented air gets directed into my property can I still object to that ?

What type of lawyer would I need to see?

Thanks.


Asked on 7/25/04, 12:16 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Re: Can someone put a dryer vent in my air space?

They cannot do this, particulalrly since it creates an adverse situation to your use and enjoyment of your property. If this is a condo or coop, you should check the rules to see if this is allowed or a rule violation. A complaint should also be made to the Board. A simple notice to the neighbor of how you are being effected should stop this. If all else fails, retain a real estate attorney familiar with coops and condos.

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Answered on 7/26/04, 10:28 am


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