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Can I complain about my Neighbours cat?

Can I complain about my Neighbours cat?

If you wish to make an allegation of nuisance regarding a neighbour’s cat, then the relevant provisions are contained in the Environmental Protection Act 1990. You should refer such complaints about the cat to the Local Authority.

Can you call police about noise?

If you live in rented property or social housing, your landlord or housing association may be able to help you. If the problem involves noise, such as a loud party or dogs barking, please contact your local council as this isn’t a police matter.

What is the law of nuisance cats?

Nuisance laws protect property owners where the enjoyment of their land or property is being unreasonably interfered with. The courts will decide whether, in a particular case, the keeping of the cats, or the circumstances in which they have been kept, amounts to a nuisance for the purposes of the law.

How do I complain about noise in Hong Kong?

If domestic noise is causing a problem during night time from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am, you can lodge a complaint on the Police Force website or call your local police station. Enquiry on environmental matters may be sent to [email protected].

Why do cats have the right to roam?

It is often thought that cats have a right to roam wherever they wish. The law recognises that cats are less likely to cause injury to people or damage property than some other animals. However, cat owners do have a duty at law to take reasonable care to ensure that their cats do not injure people or damage property.

Can I throw Neighbours cat poo back?

Yes, but only lawfully with your permission. And if they are there with you permission then they are members of the public but lawful visitors.

What can I do about a nuisance cat?

If politely talking with your neighbor fails to solve the problem or feral cats are being a nui- sance, contact your local animal control office and ask for their advice and assistance. If the animal control office is not helpful, contact your local elected city or county officials and ask for their help.

Can I complain about renovation noise?

Residents who encounter renovation contractors who do not comply with the requirements can report them to the HDB via our Branch Service Line on 1800-225-5432 or the Essential Maintenance Service Unit after office hours. The HDB will investigate and take necessary action against the errant renovation contractors.

Can you complain about loud Neighbours?

You can still call to report ongoing noise by calling 0208 921 8921. We are risk assessing reports of noise and will prioritise those complaints that are impacting on more than one other neighbouring address.