Manjinder Kaur Atwal Featured in the Daily Mail on Resolving Neighbour Nuisance Disputes (26 November 2024)

Manjinder Kaur Atwal, Director of Property Law at Duncan Lewis Solicitors, has been featured in a Daily Mail article, providing guidance on tackling a common yet often frustrating neighbourhood issue: noise disturbances caused by leaf blowers.

In her commentary, Manjinder addresses the delicate balance of resolving such conflicts while maintaining harmonious relationships with neighbours. She underscores the importance of a considerate approach, advising individuals to begin with a friendly and open conversation. This allows both parties to discuss how the noise affects daily life and explore potential compromises, such as agreeing on specific times for using the equipment.

Manjinder further elaborates on the critical role of local council regulations, which often set clear parameters for acceptable noise levels and permitted usage hours for noisy equipment like leaf blowers. These regulations are designed to protect the peace and quiet of residential communities, and understanding them can empower individuals to address the issue effectively.

For instances where a neighbourly discussion does not resolve the problem, Manjinder provides actionable next steps. She emphasises the importance of documenting the disturbances. “Keep a detailed record of the noise, including dates, times, and duration, to support any complaints you raise with authorities.”

Should the issue persist, Manjinder explains that legal remedies are available, particularly under private nuisance law and the Environmental Protection Act 1990. These legal avenues can help address excessive noise and restore the quiet enjoyment of one’s property.

Read the full Daily Mail article featuring Manjinder Kaur Atwal here: My new neighbour's leaf blower is driving me mad - what can I do? | Daily Mail

Duncan Lewis’ Housing Team

Duncan Lewis' Housing team, ranked by The Legal 500 directory as a Top Tier practice for its services, offers both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services from 14 key offices nationwide. Duncan Lewis Housing Solicitors can guide clients in any matter or issues arising with local housing authorities, housing applications, tenants, landlords, ownership and repairs. With a niche expertise in unlawful eviction, disrepair and homelessness matters the team offers representation in all proceedings including reviews, appeals and judicial review proceedings.

Manjinder Kaur Atwal is recognised by the Chambers & Partners legal directory as a UK-wide notable practitioner, offering strength across a wide range of social housing matters, including interim relief and homelessness applications. She heads a Housing Team ranked Tier 1 across the South East by The Legal 500 for its "excellent knowledge of the law" and "extensive experience". The department is recognised as a market-leader in all areas of social housing and property litigation including disrepair, unlawful evictions, homelessness, possession disputes, and complex judicial review matters.

Contact Manjinder via email at ManjinderA@duncanlewis.com, or by telephone at 02031141269.

Duncan Lewis Solicitors

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