Residents are asked to demonstrate
consideration for the privacy of other residents,
remembering that walls, ceilings, floors and patios are
not sound proof and noise is prevalent through the
patio, stairways and hallway doors. For units with hard
surface floors above other Units, occupants should use
of area rugs to minimize the disturbance and the
removal of their shoes. Before an Owner installs a hard
surface floor, they must consult with the Board for
noise abatement guidelines.
Residents who are repeatedly disturbed by loud noise
have legal recourse, including contacting the police to
issue a citation. It has been the Associations’
experience that residents can best resolve noise issues
with their neighbors by contacting them directly and we
request that they do so three (3) times before
contacting the association. Residents should document
each contact made, whether in person or in writing.
After three (3) attempts, the residents may contact the
Association and the board will send a letter on the
resident’s behalf. The Association encourages residents
to contact the police. It is the policy of the board to
not issue a fine for noise violations unless the police
are called and a summons is issued, multiple complaints
are received or under extraordinary circumstances. This
policy was adopted to allow for uniform enforcement of
noise complaints where board members almost always
cannot be present to access the noise level.
Residents are advised to call for emergency help (dial
911) immediately if you believe a domestic dispute is
in progress or someone’s life or safety is in danger.
Conflict Resolution
At times, conflict is an unavoidable component of being
in a condominium community. If you have an issue with a
neighbor, approach him or her and try to discuss it.
You might be surprised at how open people are to
hearing your point of view.
