A well-kept property is every owner’s dream. The key to a nice lawn is a neat and evenly trimmed lawn. Many people start spring cleaning during the May weekend because that’s when they have some free time. However, it may happen that your neighbors will be disturbed by the drone of the lawn mower. Can they then report you and force you to mow only on certain days or hours?
Can you get a ticket for mowing the grass? The law says it clearly
There are no regulations that prohibit mowing the lawn on specific dates, times or situations. Ecologists recommend not to mow the grass during drought, but your neighbor has no influence on when and at what time you start the mower. However, there is one “but”. If a neighbor is disturbed by the roar of an engine, he or she may refer to the Code of Petty Offenses, which reads:
Whoever by shouting, noise, alarm or other mischief disturbs the peace, public order, rest at night or causes scandal in a public place, shall be subject to the penalty of arrest, restriction of liberty or a fine.
In most cases, however, the request to punish a neighbor who mows the grass is groundless, because: Mowing the lawn is not seen as an extravaganza, but a regular everyday activity. It is most beneficial for both the gardener and the owner to mow the grass in the morning (before 10 a.m.) and in the afternoon (after 4 p.m.). Then the sun does not shine too brightly.
Can you get a ticket for mowing the grass? Photo Sławomir Kamiński / Agencja Wyborcza.pl
How to force your neighbor to tidy up the plot? Lawyer advises
The situation is similar when a neighbor neglects the area and does not want to mow the grass. The plot looks neglected, and the tall grass near the fence also affects the appearance of your property. Many people are afraid that rats, mice and worms may live in the bushes, so they want to force their neighbors to thoroughly clean and mow the lawn. You can call the city police, but the law does not provide for penalties for weeds growing on a given property. The second option is to sue the owner of the neglected plot for compensation for damaging your image. However, it is necessary to demonstrate what the damage is. – It is often a loss in the form of a loss of property value. If the area was well-kept and the neighbor’s garden was as it should be, our property would be worth more. These trials take years, but sometimes they can be won, said lawyer Eliza Kuna in an interview with “”. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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