What should I do if I am suffering from neighbour nuisance or harassment on my estate?
Neighbour nuisance covers all sorts of things from playing loud music to threats of violence. The easiest way to sort out a neighbour problem is usually for you to sort it out yourself in a friendly way. You should try discussing the problem with the person who is causing the nuisance. If this doesn’t work or you feel at risk to even ask, get advice from your housing management officer or complete a complaint sheet. If any crime is being committed you must also contact South Yorkshire Police on Tel: (0114) 2202020. Will you treat any complaint confidentially? Yes. We will not identify who made a complaint. But if we have to go to court we may have to ask you to give evidence. Can I take in a lodger? A lodger is a person who pays you to live in your home. They do not have exclusive use of all or any part of your home. If you are a secure tenant, you have the right to take in lodgers as long as it does not cause your home to be overcrowded. You must tell us in writing if you have taken i
