1 · PROBLEMNeighbour issueDefine the issue
GetInstantResolve guide
Build a neighbour-noise follow-up plan
If direct contact is safe, describe the specific noise issue, when it occurs and the practical change requested. Keep a factual incident log and use the relevant council, building manager, strata or other local pathway when direct discussion is unsafe or unsuccessful.
General information only — not legal advice · Reviewed 2 October 2026
General resolution guideChoose country and region before relying on jurisdiction-specific legal steps, deadlines or escalation routes.
Choose locationVISUAL RESOLUTION FLOW
Problem → action → response → next decision.
Keep the dispute moving one visible step at a time instead of jumping between messages, promises and escalation ideas.
1 · PROBLEMNeighbour issue
2 · ACTIONClear requestCheck safety
3 · RESPONSEResponse / conductPrepare a specific request
4 · REVIEWReview next routeRecord the response
Issue clearRequest sentResponse trackedNext step reviewed
Define the issue
State the type of noise, approximate times, frequency and practical effect.
Check safety
Do not require direct contact where there are threats, harassment, violence, stalking or a protective order.
Prepare a specific request
Ask for the practical change needed without broad personal attacks.
Record the response
Track acknowledgement, agreement, refusal, no response and recurrence.
Check the local pathway
Council, building manager, landlord/agent, police for urgent issues, mediation or tribunal options vary by location.
Important limitation
GetInstantResolve does not decide whether noise is legally unreasonable or which authority will act.
Continue the journey
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