Nuisance and ASB
Options to deal with nuisance, noise and antisocial behaviour (ASB).
Noise and how to prevent it
Effective use of the planning regulations can prevent irritation and ill health caused by undesired sounds.
Action when noise is a nuisance
People affected by noise can deal with it through mediation and negotiation or can take action against occupiers causing noise.
Action against different type of noise
Occupiers may be able to take action over noise caused by disrepair at the occupier's own property or noise such as aircraft, building sites, burglar alarms, or entertainment.
Local authority duties to deal with noise
Councils have a duty to take reasonable steps to investigate complaints of noise and to inspect its area to detect any statutory nuisance.
Neighbour disputes
In any case involving a community or neighbourhood dispute, it is essential to assess whether the actions of the people concerned are antisocial in nature.
Legal remedies for occupiers
Legal remedies for occupiers experiencing antisocial behaviour and harassment that is not aimed at forcing occupiers to leave their accommodation.
How an occupier can deal with antisocial behaviour
Steps that can be taken to tackle a problem and the role of residents’ groups, including reporting the matter to the landlord or the police and collecting evidence.
Housing options for people experiencing antisocial behaviour
The desired outcomes, the security of tenure of the occupier, and the seriousness of the offences must be considered when deciding on the best next steps.
Complaints to social landlords about antisocial behaviour
Options if complaints are made about antisocial behaviour and the landlord fails to take action or the action taken is unsatisfactory.
Community trigger and remedies
The community trigger gives victims the right for a review of their complaints, and the community remedy allows them an input into the punishment of perpetrators.
Community protection notices
A community protection notice (CPN) can be issued against a persistent antisocial behaviour perpetrator, and the failure to comply can lead to sanctions.
Injunctions to prevent nuisance or annoyance
Police or any social landlord can apply for an injunction to prevent nuisance or annoyance (IPNA) to stop antisocial behaviour of any person aged 10 or over.
Criminal behaviour orders
Criminal behaviour orders (CBOs) are aimed at tackling serious and persistent antisocial behaviour and can lead to imprisonment and eviction.
Injunctions against gang related violence
Police and local authorities can apply for injunctions to prevent gang related violence and drug dealing activity.
Orders to close premises
Closure of premises to prevent or deal with public nuisance and disorder comprises of the issuing of a closure notice followed by a closure order.