Savings and noise are not always compatible. The recent restructuring of the electricity tariff system, which establishes a time slot from Monday to Friday from 00.00 to 08.00 in which consumption will be much more economical, is intended to shift consumption to the so-called 'off-peak hours'.
This can lead to considerable savings for consumers, if they make a rational use of the appliances, prioritizing their use within that time slot. However, on the other hand, this change of guidelines may cause conflicts between neighbors, especially due to the use of certain appliances that may cause annoying noises and affect the rest of the residents' rest.
How to complain to neighbors about noise nuisances
If a neighbor decides to put the washing machine at dawn, in a punctual way, the only thing that we will be able to do is to speak with him and to make him reason". If, on the other hand, the noise becomes a regular occurrence, it is advisable to contact the president of the community of owners and request in writing the convening of an Extraordinary Meeting to address this issue. "The ideal would be to reach an agreement to establish consensus criteria on the use of these devices at certain times.
In the event that a neighbor, in a systematic way, decides to ignore these criteria, the first thing that should be done is to send a reliable requirement (telegram with acknowledgment of receipt, burofax...) to refrain from these actions that are affecting the rest of the neighbors and the coexistence within the Community.
If it refuses to comply with such a request, there is always the option of filing a complaint with the City Council to see if it is possible to carry out some type of mediation or to request the initiation of a sanctioning procedure in the event that any provision contained in the municipal ordinances is being violated.
Ultimately, the affected owner could go directly to court. The lawyer stresses the importance of "having an acoustic measurement report to try to determine whether the decibel limits established by municipal ordinances are being exceeded". In addition, it is essential to gather as much evidence as possible to reinforce the filing of the lawsuit, as well as to have the support of at least part of the neighbors so that the lawsuit could become viable.
News: Insurance News 08/06/21