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GOOD NEIGHBOURLY RELATIONS
We’re all part of the same community, and it’s great that most tenants with Eildon Housing Association get on well, respect each other’s space and lifestyles, and support each other when in need.
But sometimes, neighbours may
have problems, often due to lifestyle clashes, such as different ages, cultural backgrounds, or work or sleeping patterns.
Most issues can be solved early on
by simply talking to each other. But
at other times, it’s important to know what you and your neighbours’ rights are, and when it’s best to contact Eildon Housing Association.
This section gives an overview of what to do if you have issues with your neighbours.
Your agreement to respect others
When you signed your Tenancy Agreement, you agreed not to annoy, disturb or cause a nuisance to your neighbours.
You also agreed not to allow anyone living with you or visiting you to act in any of these ways.
If your neighbour is a tenant of Eildon Housing Association, then he or she has also agreed to these tenancy conditions.
Your commitment to behaving responsibly is particularly important in common areas, where noise, vandalism and the behaviour of children can all lead to disputes.
Tenant responsibilities
Your Tenancy Agreement is a legal document which provides a basis for legal action if it is breached.
It gives the legal definition of nuisance and antisocial behaviour, and what will happen if such behaviour occurs. See the table on next page for examples.
Keeping to the Tenancy Agreement will help to prevent anti-social behaviour from arising.
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