Disputes between neighbours may occur because of:
animals that become a nuisance or danger to others
a disagreement over building or fixing a dividing fence or retaining wall
loud noises including barking dogs, loud music and car alarms
a tree has become dangerous or damaged property.
If you have a dispute with your neighbour, talking with them is often the best first step. If you have a dispute with your neighbour, you may be able to resolve the issue without having to go to court.
Animals
Find out about your responsibilities on owning a pet, what to do if your dog has been declared as dangerous or menacing, assistance animals, animal cruelty, lost animals and pets in strata.
Fences
Find out more about dividing fences, boundaries and retaining walls.
Noise
Find out more about what you can do if you have a dispute about noise with your neighbour.
Trees
Find out more about what you can do if you have a dispute about a tree with your neighbour.