Neighbours who are not willing to cooperate could actually be in breach of the law
Arguing with your neighbours over loud noises, dumped rubbish or cars blocking your driveway can become incredibly stressful.
The majority of legislation and guidance regarding noise pollution is issued by the UK Government. However, local authorities in Scotland are responsible for controlling and dealing with complaints about noise, according to the Scottish Government. If you have a neighbour with a penchant for bonfires, the experts suggest: "First, try contacting your local authority, who can get in touch with them and serve them an abatement notice. If they ignore this they can be fined up to £5,000.
Fly-tipping comes under Section 33 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 which is classed as a criminal offence, and it could result in a fine.
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