by Cory Matthews | Aug 31, 2024 | Noisy Neighbors
In a city where music is the lifeblood, it turns out construction noise is making a little too much noise of its own. The Austin City Council is contemplating a proposal to put a lid on the racket from new construction projects, which have been drowning out the sound...
by Cory Matthews | Aug 31, 2024 | Noisy Neighbors
Mastering leaf blower etiquette is key to avoiding the wrath of your neighbors. The golden rule? No yard noise before 10 a.m. on weekends, and always finish by 6 p.m., unless you enjoy the idea of dinner interrupted by roaring engines. Also, resist the temptation to...
by Cory Matthews | Aug 31, 2024 | Noisy Neighbors
In the grand arena of neighborly disputes, one man found himself at the mercy of a chatty neighbor who loved nothing more than holding loud, drawn-out phone conversations right outside his bedroom window. After enduring her noisy banter for far too long, he decided it...
by Cory Matthews | Aug 30, 2024 | Noisy Neighbors
Living next to someone who thinks they’re the next big rock star—or just enjoys late-night vacuuming—can be a real headache. Thankfully, there are laws designed to give your eardrums a break. Depending on where you live, local noise ordinances can help curb...
by Cory Matthews | Aug 27, 2024 | Noisy Neighbors
The article on Brick Underground provides detailed advice on how to handle noisy neighbors in New York City, especially in the context of working from home. It suggests approaching the situation calmly, documenting the noise, and potentially involving other neighbors...
by Mary Matthews | Oct 25, 2016 | Noisy Neighbors
I believe the year was 2006. Did they JUST turn their TV off? I lean in again, placing my ear onto the shared wall of our tiny Boulder, CO apartment. Sure enough, I can still hear the TV blaring as we could on any usual evening. I pull away shockingly, can’t...
