| Topic: | Re:Re:Restaurant noise - advice please | |
| Posted by: | Steve Taylor | |
| Date/Time: | 20/01/20 16:07:00 |
| "A statutory nuisance is something that, under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, affects a person’s health or causes disturbance to them in their property. Nuisance can broadly be defined as something that unreasonably affects somebody's use and enjoyment of their home and property. The Noise Act 1996 states that the hours of “night” are 11pm to 7am so technically loud music from a party should be turned off, Taking your own private action is straightforward. The law is written so that members of the public can use the court system to resolve to their problem. It need not be expensive and you do not need a solicitor. You may, however, wish to consult with a solicitor before taking legal action. You would be required to show the Court that you have attempted to resolve the problem yourself. To do this you should write to the person concerned and tell them that you believe they are causing a nuisance. You should tell them in the letter that if they do not do something to stop or reduce the nuisance themselves, then you will be considering taking a private action under Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990." |