A nuisance in property law is an act or omission that unlawfully interferes with a person’s use or enjoyment of land. Nuisance can be private (affecting an individual or defined group) or public (affecting the community).
Anti-social behaviour (ASB) refers to conduct causing harassment, alarm, or distress to others, and is often addressed in residential tenancies.
Common examples:
- Excessive noise
- Persistent smells or smoke
- Accumulation of rubbish
- Threatening or abusive behaviour
Legal remedies:
- Injunctions or court orders to restrain the behaviour
- Possession proceedings (in the case of tenants)
- Damages for loss or harm suffered
Key points:
- The conduct must be more than trivial or occasional.
- Evidence (e.g., logs, witness statements, police reports) is crucial.
- Landlords have statutory duties to address ASB in certain tenancies.
For further information on nuisance or anti-social behaviour disputes, please contact: james@naylorllp.co.uk
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