Tips for dealing with disruptive neighbours
If you’re worried about approaching someone who is being disruptive, we have put together some advice to help you have a better conversation and reach a resolution.
Download your own 'polite note'
We've written this template letter that you can fill in and give to your neighbour to let them know politely how their behaviour is causing you some disruption. Just write down how the behaviour is making you feel and the impact it's having on you so that your neighbour can understand things from your point of view.
Once you've drafted your letter, read it back and think to yourself, "If I received this, how would it make me feel?"
If you think it could cause more friction between you and your neighbour, try again or change it until you're happy with it.
Keep alert
That lady you heard involved in an argument at the neighbour’s house that’s annoying you could be a victim of domestic abuse.
Compromise
Try and find a solution that suits everyone.
Be kind
Remember, we are all going through a difficult time at the moment and some people may be struggling more than others.
Involve others
It can be easier to settle a dispute if the complaint comes from a number of people.
Write it down
Write down everything and re-read it a couple of times. Get someone else to read it to see what they think. If you would object to a neighbour coming to you with those points, then try to think of other ways you could phrase it.