Noise from neighbors lanai

[hulahips]

We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature. We have only one lanai behind us and don't want to make enemies with new neighbors but don't know what to do. It's 10:20 pm and all night and Still now they are loud, laughing and carrying on. It doesn't end. We will speak to them politelly and ask them to keep it down however I have a feeling it won't matter to them. They know they have new neighbors and don't seem to care. Other neighbors across the street mentioned to us the couple who lived here Prior go us had a problem with them. Why can't people be considerate of others. We love it here except for this situation. Help??

[Trish Miller]

Good luck and I feel for you as I have a neighbor who honks all the time when he blows his nose!!!
He is totally abibulous to his behavior!!!

[hulahips]

Just ended. We have back of house opened up as weather is nice but this is just Rude to not take into consideration we all have neighbors.

[Trish Miller]

Yes it is VERY rude!!!

[Chatbrat]

Wanna bet they are renters & they're on vacation, most full time residents are not up that late, unless they have to go to the bathroom

[TheDude]

John 8:7

May be fitting here.

[rubicon]

We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature. We have only one lanai behind us and don't want to make enemies with new neighbors but don't know what to do. It's 10:20 pm and all night and Still now they are loud, laughing and carrying on. It doesn't end. We will speak to them politelly and ask them to keep it down however I have a feeling it won't matter to them. They know they have new neighbors and don't seem to care. Other neighbors across the street mentioned to us the couple who lived here Prior go us had a problem with them. Why can't people be considerate of others. We love it here except for this situation. Help??

I may be wrong but I believe there is a noise ordinance that addresses your problem. I would start with the district or perhaps simply Community Watch

[CFrance]

How can you be on a nature preserve and have a lanai behind you? Is it a kissing lanai, or across a pond, or...?

[fred53]

Out of all the responses only one so far actually was helpful. It's nice to know people sympathize, but useless when they don't help. Calling the Village Community Development District will help: VCDD Community Standards (http://www.districtgov.org/departments/Community-Standards/community-standards.aspx)

If that fails then call the sheriffs office and make a disturbing the peace complaint. We to had issues where we last lived and when we finally did call the police they were only to happy to go to the neighbors and explain that their behavior was inconsiderate and disrespectful. Sometimes it can take more than one call and if keeps repeating they will get a summons. The police are not supposed to mention who called, but it won't hurt to ask them not to reveal who complained.

We too did not want to act like bad neighbors, but finally realized it was the noisy neighbors who were the bad ones. Good luck.

[hulahips]

No it's to the right of us and yes behind us. Only one. They sit up higher which makes it worse for us as noise carries. They live here full time and we always believe in inviting the neighbors over too as to keep all happy however they are a bunch of gay women. No we have No problem with that as long as your considerate we don't care. I imagine we need to speak to them first out of courtesy but honestly my gut tells me they won't care at all. Any advice, appreciated??

[twoplanekid]

As a Holly model home has the TV / living room adjacent to the master bed room with French doors between the two, sound carries very easily between the rooms. My wife loves to stay up late watching TV. Now, calling community watch would not help but giving her a wireless headset to then be able to mute the sound through the TV speakers was a god send.

Sometimes thinking out of the box to restore tranquility can help.

[villagetinker]

You might try inviting or asking one of the neighbors to come over to your house when you hear all the noise so they understand and can actually experience what you are experiencing. With any luck, you will get an 'Oh my we did not realize this was so loud....'
Hope this helps.

[gemscatTV]

If you talk to them & then feel you have to formally complain, then they'll know it's you.

[graciegirl]

. Some people would try to point out their faults. I am 77 years old and I have found that only works with your own children, when they are smaller than you are.

Calling the cops or noise control is not setting off on the right foot with people who own close to you. That doesn't seem like being a nice new neighbor...and of course they will know it's YOU.

P.S. Why can't you invite and get to know a "bunch of gay women". They are just people.

[jalopy54]

If you talk to them & then feel you have to formally complain, then they'll know it's you.

I would not care if they know it is me. Who else would complain other then the people who lives behind them? I respect my neighbors. But, if they have no respect then lookout!!!

[graciegirl]

I would not care if they know it is me. Who else would complain other then the people who lives behind them? I respect my neighbors. But, if they have no respect then lookout!!!

It all depends if you want to live in peace or in chaos and always feel uncomfortable. I say take your time, be kind and nice, get to know them and sooner or later the subject will come up and then it can be resolved. A confrontation is not the way.. nor is calling the authorities.

[Greg Nelson]

This is a good reason why we still rent.

[perrjojo]

Back to the original question....as you may have noticed noise can be just as big a problem in houses as in Villas. We are ALL very close. There is a noise ordinance for after 10:00 but up until that time you may have to rely on talking to them. It is quite possible they may not realize they are disturbing you. We live in a villa and rarely have a problem.

[Happinow]

I say invite some friends over to your house and have a hootin' good time! Be loud, purposefully, so they can hear you. Then, they might get the drift that their late night noise carries and disturbed you. Or, when you see them outside, make it a point to chat with them and then start yawning. Let them know you are very tired and that noise travels!

[blueeagle65]

Perhaps an air horn at 3 AM would get your point across..... Better yet, get all offended neighbors to give them a simultaneous blast!

[graciegirl]

No it's to the right of us and yes behind us. Only one. They sit up higher which makes it worse for us as noise carries. They live here full time and we always believe in inviting the neighbors over too as to keep all happy however they are a bunch of gay women. No we have No problem with that as long as your considerate we don't care. I imagine we need to speak to them first out of courtesy but honestly my gut tells me they won't care at all. Any advice, appreciated??

Read this again.

[BoatRatKat]

I feel your pain or rather I felt your pain. I actually think we're likely in the same neighborhood. We had a combination of the night noise as well as ongoing day noise from different things...loud tv, and phone conversations, etc. We were unable to enjoy any peaceful time anymore on the lanai and agonized over what to do. As it was a renter, I decided to call the landlord. The matter was immediately resolved but in hindsight I wish I had just talked to our neighbor. They were upset that we didn't just come directly to them. I think because we are very quiet people perhaps they didn't realize just how much sound travels and how loud they were because maybe they didn't hear us. As I stated, problem solved but my recommendation is to just go knock on their door with maybe a bottle of wine or a potted plant and tell them what the situation is. It just may solve the problem and keep things civil. If it doesn't then weigh your options. Good luck.

[Bogie Shooter]

No it's to the right of us and yes behind us. Only one. They sit up higher which makes it worse for us as noise carries. They live here full time and we always believe in inviting the neighbors over too as to keep all happy however they are a bunch of gay women. No we have No problem with that as long as your considerate we don't care. I imagine we need to speak to them first out of courtesy but honestly my gut tells me they won't care at all. Any advice, appreciated??

You answered your question......why not take this first step??

[Barefoot]

It all depends if you want to live in peace or in chaos and always feel uncomfortable. I say take your time, be kind and nice, get to know them and sooner or later the subject will come up and then it can be resolved. A confrontation is not the way.. nor is calling the authorities.
:agree:
How often do they make noise until 11 PM - I assume it's not a nightly occurrence?
And the rest of the time, you get to enjoy the serenity of your nature preserve?

[TheDude]

Just wanted to point out that the ordinance states noise should be lowered from 10pm to one hour before dawn... so if the sun rises at 6:30am, just get up at 5:30am and go do some yard work with the old weed-wacker.

I'm being somewhat sarcastic however considering if your district allows it, nothing says they have to have a good nights sleep if you don't. You may understand your other neighbors however they may want to join in to prove a point.

[GeoGeo]

Maybe they don't realize that the sound carries that far. I lived in the country and moved to a villa. When the weather was nice, I would open the sliding doors. I had my tv on in the villa and I guess I have it turned up a little too loud. One of my neighbors mentioned "someone's" tv. I knew then that I couldn't be playing my tv or music with my doors open. So maybe just a hint is all that it will take and no police action will be required.

[Barefoot]

So maybe just a hint is all that it will take and no police action will be required.Yes, a good idea.
Is it possible you could approach your neighbors with a casual question about community stuff or pools or garbage or mail?
And then drop a tactful comment about being surprised that sound carries so much at night.

[chalpm]

We had a similar problem when we bought our home. We purchased sliders for our lanai and it helped a great deal...only problem is that on nice evenings the lanai is closed up and that prevents us from enjoying cool evening air. Funny thing..after we bought our sliders same neighbor decided they liked ours and bought some for their lanai as well..that worked out pretty good! Good luck.

[Sandtrap328]

Amazing that so many of the replies talk about retaliation in some form such as a 3 am blast of an air horn or a very loud party or calling the police.

Come on, folks. We all worked at careers for many, many years. We got along with co-workers, we got along with neighbors, we raised our children to be good citizens.

Get to know your neighbors and be pleasant to them and you very well will probably find your neighbors will be pleasant and will tone down their late night noise.

[Retiring]

I add my vote to inviting them over for coffee rather than calling police. This serves you well on many levels. First, you get to know your neighbor. Second, you may find they are oblivious to the noise they are making and will cut it back immediately. Third, it is possible you learn they really don’t care what you think. Fourth, if “third” is the case, you will not feel bad calling the police.

Always try honey before vinegar.

[Daddymac]

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[daveczo]

I think you need to mind your own business, close your windows and turn up the TV. IMHO

[kstew43]

you might also try a pair of ear plugs? last resort anyway....

[RickeyD]

No it's to the right of us and yes behind us. Only one. They sit up higher which makes it worse for us as noise carries. They live here full time and we always believe in inviting the neighbors over too as to keep all happy however they are a bunch of gay women. No we have No problem with that as long as your considerate we don't care. I imagine we need to speak to them first out of courtesy but honestly my gut tells me they won't care at all. Any advice, appreciated??

How many in this bunch ? Maybe they are all siblings.

[hulahips]

I'm sure we will try the Nice approach first as we are new and certainly don't Want a war with neighbors. I do find it surprising people our age wouldn't be a little more considerate of others. Will keep you posted. We don't of course mind occasional parties as we plan on having also so we will see how it goes as we get go the summers etc. As they have a pool we shall see. I don't want to be nasty and do hope go get along with everyone

[Nucky]

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[thelegges]

So one night friends gathering and enjoying the night. I would wait to see how often noise would be a factor, and how noise would travel from your lanai when you have a gathering

[Hummintwo]

You can call the sheriff's office to enforce the noise ordinance. They are responsible for enforcement. You can also wait till the next day and visit the property. It may be a rental or the owners are there but enforcement is still with the sheriff's deputy to enforce if necessary.

[jalopy54]

It all depends if you want to live in peace or in chaos and always feel uncomfortable. I say take your time, be kind and nice, get to know them and sooner or later the subject will come up and then it can be resolved. A confrontation is not the way.. nor is calling the authorities.

Sorry, I disagree with you. If they have no respect than I will call the police or whatever it takes.

[patfla06]

This is a great example of why we should try to be
considerate of others.

I have found volume of voices increases as the drinks increase.

No one wants to ruin your fun, such as when you're dining out,
but be aware other people are around you.

[CFrance]

And don't take a baton to the dog park. Be nice, then be direct, then call whoever's in charge.

[rustyp]

We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature. We have only one lanai behind us and don't want to make enemies with new neighbors but don't know what to do. It's 10:20 pm and all night and Still now they are loud, laughing and carrying on. It doesn't end. We will speak to them politelly and ask them to keep it down however I have a feeling it won't matter to them. They know they have new neighbors and don't seem to care. Other neighbors across the street mentioned to us the couple who lived here Prior go us had a problem with them. Why can't people be considerate of others. We love it here except for this situation. Help??


This situation is called kissing lanai's. Many a homeowner has sold and purchased another house due to their lack of research with the first home purchase. Only one way to solve this - get the checkbook out.

[fred53]

The suggestions of going over, inviting them over, etc. can often be a bad idea as the police explained to me. Let the police do their job. As to them finding out....I am sure there are others who hear the noise as it's not like your house would block it from going past. If you live with it it will just raise your anger to levels that will want to make you move. You can't be a good neighbor if you have lousy ones. And you can NOT please everyone.

Nip it in the bud.

[Barefoot]

Always try honey before vinegar. :thumbup:

The suggestions of going over, inviting them over, etc. can often be a bad idea as the police explained to me. :confused: Why would the Police discourage a polite approach?

[TheDude]

Don't know if this helps.

3 Ways to Deal With a Noisy Neighbour - wikiHow (http://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-a-Noisy-Neighbour)

Basically if it bothers you so much, take notes, video tape, get everything down for proof. Do remember that the villages is unique as it is a retirement DisneyWorld. Its a place of happiness. Remember once you make it official as a complaint you will NEVER be able to do anything wrong or you may get reported.

Another thing personally I didn't like is to bring up they are lesbians. I'm Catholic and don't agree with the lifestyle (but that isn't for here), but labeling them isn't a reason they are loud to you. Straight people are loud too. Dogs and birds are loud. You don't have to agree with their lifestyle, but it doesn't mean they aren't a good person.

What if they are deaf? What if they are serial killers looking for a set up? What if you did something to them and they are pushing your buttons. maybe they just retired a year ago after working in the mean world of 12 hour days with 4 hour travel, every day, and they are showing their wild side.

Take preventive measures first, if it doesn't work, act, see if there are mediators in the villages.

I don't know, I just wanted to rant for a moment.

[graciegirl]

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[graciegirl]

The suggestions of going over, inviting them over, etc. can often be a bad idea as the police explained to me. Let the police do their job. As to them finding out....I am sure there are others who hear the noise as it's not like your house would block it from going past. If you live with it it will just raise your anger to levels that will want to make you move. You can't be a good neighbor if you have lousy ones. And you can NOT please everyone.

Nip it in the bud.

HUH? I so disagree. You may get what you set out to get...quiet. But you may get more. The best defense for our security here in The Villages are people around you looking out for you. It is possible that these folks might be selfish, but that is not as likely as their being nice if approached with diplomacy and respect and true kindness.

You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar.

[John_W]

If I had a situation like that, in fact I live in a CYV and never hear my neighbors unless I step out into my lanai. However, if you're hearing neighbors while inside your house, I would close my sliding glass doors and turn on the ceiling fans if you're hot. Second I would put a radio on my lanai, turn it on and put it at the same volume as the neighbors noise. Go back inside and watch TV or whatever else you do. The next night, go outside and see if they are still making noise, if they are, in which case turn the radio slightly louder. Continue this until they have closed their sliding doors and the noise has gone away.

[Bonnevie]

maybe the previous owners tried the retaliatory approach and they just got their backs up and didn't cooperate. it's a whole new day. figure out what you'd like.....quiet after 9pm, 10pm on most nights (remember you may want to entertain and may go beyond that time too) letting you know when they are having a group over so you're prepared? and you do the same? try being a little self deprecating...."we old folks need our sleep" keep it light. then invite them to dinner. should you have to do this? no. but you can only control your actions and by allowing them to amend their ways will probably be more successful than forcing them. who knows, you may become fast friends.

[permanentvacation]

If I had a situation like that, in fact I live in a CYV and never hear my neighbors unless I step out into my lanai. However, if you're hearing neighbors while inside your house, I would close my sliding glass doors and turn on the ceiling fans if you're hot. Second I would put a radio on my lanai, turn it on and put it at the same volume as the neighbors noise. Go back inside and watch TV or whatever else you do. The next night, go outside and see if they are still making noise, if they are, in which case turn the radio slightly louder. Continue this until they have closed their sliding doors and the noise has gone away.


Yes do you have any Metallica CD's?:evil6:

[John_W]

Yes do you have any Metallica CD's?:evil6:

Yes, I have the 'Black Album'. They might even start dancing to 'Enter Sandman'.

[Barefoot]

maybe the previous owners tried the retaliatory approach and they just got their backs up and didn't cooperate. it's a whole new day. figure out what you'd like.....quiet after 9pm, 10pm on most nights (remember you may want to entertain and may go beyond that time too) letting you know when they are having a group over so you're prepared? and you do the same? try being a little self deprecating...."we old folks need our sleep" keep it light. then invite them to dinner. should you have to do this? no. but you can only control your actions and by allowing them to amend their ways will probably be more successful than forcing them. who knows, you may become fast friends.
Very sage advice.

[lafoto]

Personally I am amazed that you even asked for advise. Treat them like you want to be treated! Golden rule!
Go talk to them, make friends and then slowly introduce the subject. Work it out like adults.
ps mentioning their sexual preference is appalling.

[Fraugoofy]

No it's to the right of us and yes behind us. Only one. They sit up higher which makes it worse for us as noise carries. They live here full time and we always believe in inviting the neighbors over too as to keep all happy however they are a bunch of gay women. No we have No problem with that as long as your considerate we don't care. I imagine we need to speak to them first out of courtesy but honestly my gut tells me they won't care at all. Any advice, appreciated??
I am not sure how their sexuality has anything at all to do with their noise level, but I would absolutely speak with them face to face in a very positive manner. Maybe you will get invited to one of their parties and become life-long friends. I would love to have neighbors who stay awake past 9pm as I am a night owl and don't go to bed until well after midnight. Being kind and respectful has no gender. P.S. I prefer Ozzy over Metallica any day and love "Crazy train"...

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[Yung Dum]

I find it quite disturbing to see how many people would call the police as the first resort on a matter they know so little about. Is this "racket" an every night thing? Does it always go on til the wee hours of 10:20? I'm sure this can be resolved without making yourselves miserable for years to come. It's not a perfect world, and calling the police surely will not make it so.

[Barefoot]

Personally I am amazed that you even asked for advise. Treat them like you want to be treated! Golden rule!
Go talk to them, make friends and then slowly introduce the subject. Work it out like adults.
P.S. Mentioning their sexual preference is appalling.
I wish this had been my response, it's a good one! :thumbup:

[TheDude]

Ozzy Osbourne & Dweezil Zappa - Staying Alive (Tribute To Bee Gees) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0GWWuwJOho)

[thelegges]

It's been 5 days since the gathering, so not a nightly issue. For us once in awhile party does not upset us. We have over 20 people over couple times a month, as do others in our neighborhood, no one gets up set about noise, did have one neighbor ask when are they going to be invited to swim in the pool. Now that's odd request from a just met while out walking our street.

[jalopy54]

I add my vote to inviting them over for coffee rather than calling police. This serves you well on many levels. First, you get to know your neighbor. Second, you may find they are oblivious to the noise they are making and will cut it back immediately. Third, it is possible you learn they really don’t care what you think. Fourth, if “third” is the case, you will not feel bad calling the police.

Always try honey before vinegar.

Glad I don't have this problem with my neighbors.

[RickeyD]

We have quiet neighbors all around us, but since sound travels through the "ally" (backyards?) behind us we find ourselves whispering in our lanai just to keep our conversation between us and the dog. We're having our lanai enclosed with glass sliders next Friday. :doggie:

[xcaligirl]

We have a noisy neighbor that rents same time every year, from what I've been told. Not acceptable when the noise goes past a certain hour. Love the response from Fred53...great advice. Thank you

[banjobob]

I would probably ask in a friendly way and if no response I would ask again in a friendly way and if no response I would get the loudest speakers I could find and aim at their lanai and play all night long and let the war begin.

[ColdNoMore]

While I agree with those that say it is better to try and talk to the neighbor before involving the authorities, I also recognize that some people aren't as comfortable talking to their neighbors face-to-face (not a problem with me :D)...and taking the chance of a confrontation.

A possible solution to that, might be to send them a letter anonymously.

You could nicely state something along the lines of... "you may not be aware of it, but there are times when you and your guests voices carry a long distance and can be heard from several homes over." "We're not sure if your closer neighbors have complained, but we thought it was the friendly thing to do to make you aware of it."

While this may not fool the neighbors and they may still know that it came from you, there might be enough doubt that you can keep the peace when you see them in person.

Just a thought, before you have to take more formal actions. :shrug:

[Dunner99]

What I would do if it were me is this:

1. I would go over and introduce myself. Make small talk about how you love the new area and all the great things about living here and the Villages in general. You folks seem like you enjoy it here too(I hear you laughing) and you seem like you like to have fun. It always nice to have good neighbors. We were wondering if you would like to come over for a barbeque? If they agree pick a date right then.

2. I would then invite them plus some of the surrounding neighbors over for drinks and whatever food wise (couple weeks later).

3. For MOST PEOPLE they might be more considerate if they are somewhat friends (I use that word loosely).

4. I always say that you can't expect someone to change their behavior if you haven't told them how you want them to change it(even if they should know without being told)---sooo if you still don't see an improvement you will feel more comfortable gently letting them know that with their patio being up higher their voices really carry etc.

5. If that doesn't work and they are just rude people that really don't have any consideration for you, you have been a good neighbor and gone about everything in a respectful way so then you can follow the other suggestions.

That is how I would handle it. To me I would rather have them friends vs. enemies.(if possible) and if you just call and complain they will know it is you because you are new to the neighborhood----and you didn't even give them a chance to correct the problem.

[rustyp]

And if by some chance all this tip toeing works out for you SURPRISE ! The average new Villager moves 2 -3 times. You will get to start the process all over again. So ask yourself who should move first ? Worse yet what if they decide to rent their home when they buy a new one - new neighbors all the time. Kissing lanai's - Kiss of death.

[The Mountaineer]

As Judge Judy says, "Memorialize it." Video or audio the disturbance as proof so that you have something to show to authorities. Civility on your part is important,, even when the neighbor are not civil. That helps your cause. Good luck.

[Barefoot]

We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature.

Kissing lanai's - Kiss of death.

I don't think this is a Kissing Lanai situation, perhaps it is.
I find it confusing that the OP backs on a nature preserve, yet has a lanai behind her. :confused:
Perhaps it's the property to the right or left of the OP's home, in which case I'd hire landscapers to plant a tall hedge.

[justjim]

It all depends if you want to live in peace or in chaos and always feel uncomfortable. I say take your time, be kind and nice, get to know them and sooner or later the subject will come up and then it can be resolved. A confrontation is not the way.. nor is calling the authorities.

Gracie, as usual a wise and well thought out reply to the problem,

[Judith Ann]

It all depends if you want to live in peace or in chaos and always feel uncomfortable. I say take your time, be kind and nice, get to know them and sooner or later the subject will come up and then it can be resolved. A confrontation is not the way.. nor is calling the authorities.

As usual, I am with you, Gracie! Personally, I enjoy hearing people having fun and especially laughing. I love it when we
are going about, and I see people enjoying their lanais and patios. Too often they are just not used. We back up to Bailey Trail. I enjoy the vehicles, people, dogs, etc. going by. If we close our patio door and windows you hardly hear anything.
Perhaps just closing windows and doors would make all the
difference in the world.

[GypsyBuddy]

Back in Virginia years ago we had a college graduation party for my son. Some people were outdoors on the deck. No one on our street heard any noise and didn't even know we were out there. However a person across the pond called police who came knocking on our door. We brought everyone inside of course, but that's when we discovered that sound travels far better over water than across land. If you back up to a preserve, it might be that you hear them more because of being around water. Even so, you need to call the sheriff to bring it to their attention. Especially when it's after 10 PM.

[Dunner99]

I like Cold No More suggestion also.

After reading through these posts I had to snicker when I read comments like --making noise to all hours of the night--just after 10---sorry I found that funny--do you remember when we were just going out at that time? How things have changed!! Not trying to minimize your peace and quiet being disturbed just thinking I guess I am old-P.J's sometimes after dinner-ha!

[OhioBuckeye]

We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature. We have only one lanai behind us and don't want to make enemies with new neighbors but don't know what to do. It's 10:20 pm and all night and Still now they are loud, laughing and carrying on. It doesn't end. We will speak to them politelly and ask them to keep it down however I have a feeling it won't matter to them. They know they have new neighbors and don't seem to care. Other neighbors across the street mentioned to us the couple who lived here Prior go us had a problem with them. Why can't people be considerate of others. We love it here except for this situation. Help??

I guess I can't tell you what to do in your situation. Maybe they're snowbirds & are here to party. I agree it probably won't make any difference. Everyone around me seem to go to bed around 9:00pm. Good thing because both of our lanai's are only about 20 ft. apart. Living on a Nature preserve sounds like your living pretty good to be able to pay lots of money to have that kind of view. Can't really tell you what to do other than say something to them, move into a neighborhood like mine, or just hope they get tired of partying. You probably can't really do anything other than putting a pillow over your head. Sorry, not much help here!

[CindyNah1]

I had a similar issue when I first moved. wanting to spend time in my lanai in peace and quiet. my neighbors have a tv in their lanai. I made the decision to wait, and not use my lanai until I had a relationship with the neighbors. once established they asked ME if I could hear them. I said yes, and now they are being more quiet. not quite the silence I prefer BUT also not a cold war between neighbors that some of my friends experience.

Do they have a "pattern" of using their lanai? if so, see if you can fit your desire for peace and quiet inbetwen their pattern.

try not to label it "inconsiderate" they are enjoying life in a different way than we do :)

good luck

[TheDude]

TV in the lanai seems normal as at least mine has a cable outlet and power plugs. Personally I don't, however, that is what a lanai is for. Its not a yoga mediation room.

Sorry if I am forward.

[Gpsma]

How much "peace and quiet" do people need? If you wanted such serenity you should have not moved into a development with homes so close.

[Mikeod]

How much "peace and quiet" do people need? If you wanted such serenity you should have not moved into a development with homes so close.
It's a two-way street. On one hand, with homes so close together, you can't expect the quiet you may have had with large lot sizes. On the other, recognizing the proximity of the neighbors, you have to be aware of the effect your actions may have on them.

I recall when I had a home theater system installed back in CA and tried it out one night with the Top Gun movie at high volume. Got a knock on the door from the guy behind us asking for a little consideration. Got the message and we remained good neighbors.

[Gpsma]

I agree but what is casual noise to one person is anothers lack of "peace and quiet".

My brothers neighbor was out in his lanai with his step son who had just returned from Iraq. My bro wakes early and was out in his lanai at 4am and they were still talking. He said they werent loud and,although he could hear them talking, could not even make out the conversation.

The neighbor behind did nothing but complain for days because she had her bedroom window open and could hear them talking. If she simply shut the window she wouldnt have heard anything.

I believe many people are just too use to living on large properties and dont understand you will hear noises in a closely built development.

[thelegges]

It's a two-way street. On one hand, with homes so close together, you can't expect the quiet you may have had with large lot sizes. On the other, recognizing the proximity of the neighbors, you have to be aware of the effect your actions may have on them.

I recall when I had a home theater system installed back in CA and tried it out one night with the Top Gun movie at high volume. Got a knock on the door from the guy behind us asking for a little consideration. Got the message and we remained good neighbors.

I agree as we age our hearing is well less, and find many speak louder than others. I am up before 5am sitting on my lanai, but I have a road and a pond behind me so only the ducks get mad and fly over if I am too loud. We left kissing lanai behind.

[Roll With It]

Hoping to move to the Villages in a few months. Can someone please explain to me what the difference is between a lanai and a kissing lanai? Thank you in advance.

[Barefoot]

Hoping to move to the Villages in a few months. Can someone please explain to me what the difference is between a lanai and a kissing lanai? Thank you in advance.
Unless you back on a preserve or golf course or open space, you will have a kissing lanai.
Kicknamed for obvious reasons.

[rustyp]

Hoping to move to the Villages in a few months. Can someone please explain to me what the difference is between a lanai and a kissing lanai? Thank you in advance.

About $40000 give or take.

[jnieman]

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[Roll With It]

Thank you for your responses.

[graciegirl]

About $40000 give or take.

Searching for the "LIKE" button.

[sunny46]

Speaking of noise, how about dog barking? Anyone know of who to call?

[RickeyD]

Speaking of noise, how about dog barking? Anyone know of who to call?



Chain of command:

The dogs owner

Community Watch 753-0550

Your local Sheriff

Ear plugs (Walgreens or Amazon)

An outside realtor or the TV sales team

[Duppa]

About $40000 give or take.

Q. What's the difference between a lanai and a kissing lanai?

A. $40,000 give or take...

That's the BEST answer to a GOOD question I've ever read on TOTV! (member since 2012).

Short, simple, accurate, humorous, and so, so, right!

:bigbow:

[RickeyD]

Q. What's the difference between a lanai and a kissing lanai?

A. $40,000 give or take...

That's the BEST answer to a GOOD question I've ever read on TOTV! (member since 2012).

Short, simple, accurate, humorous, and so, so, right!

:bigbow:



40K north of 466, 120K + south of 466A

[ColdNoMore]

Most houses built in TV, are on very small lots (by design to maximize density/profit) and even normal conversations...can easily be heard from neighbors.

One should either just get used to it, or plan on spending a lot more money for a bigger lot...and houses/lanais further away from each other.

It's pretty much as simple as that. :shrug:

[graciegirl]

[
In The Village of Harmeswood, A Premier neighborhood built about 14 years ago they have larger lots. (North of 466, North of the Savannah Center, entrance to the left going North on Buena Vista) In Harmeswood large homes were built on large lots. We rented one when our now home was being built. Learned from the neighbors that maintaining a large lot is a pain many want to leave behind. Even with paid landscapers.

If you haven't driven through Harmeswood, it is interesting to see, there are many homes that differ from the styles that are common here.

People are still going to be people and patience and restraint and just plain good manners usually pay off, especially since for many this will be their last attempt at being a good neighbor. As we get older, having people on your team living around you is important. We all need each other at times.

[CFrance]

:thumbup:

:confused: Why would the Police discourage a polite approach?
Because you never know who's going to have a baton.

[CFrance]

I don't think this is a Kissing Lanai situation, perhaps it is.
I find it confusing that the OP backs on a nature preserve, yet has a lanai behind her. :confused:
Perhaps it's the property to the right or left of the OP's home, in which case I'd hire landscapers to plant a tall hedge.
That was the point of my question to the OP up there in post 8. In her answer, post 10, she says the noise is to the right and behind. Perhaps the nature preserve ends at the side of her backyard, and she has a lanai katty-cornered to her. Almost a kissing lanai situation.

If you want a view, you have to make sure you own the view. I guess if you want privacy, you should own the whole block!

[Barefoot]

The OP said she backs on a nature preserve, You can't get much more private than that.
No pesky gas carts rumbling by her house or golf balls in her yard.
Surely noisy neighbors to the right or left can be screened by planting privacy hedges?

[CFrance]

The OP said she backs on a nature preserve, You can't get much more private than that.
No pesky gas carts rumbling by her house or golf balls in her yard.
Surely noisy neighbors to the right or left can be screened by planting privacy hedges?

She did not say she backs onto a nature preserve. She said "We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature." I think there's a little bit of fudging going on. Go back and read posts 8 & 10. My guess is she has a neighbor behind her whose noise she doesn't like.

In any event, she's not living on ten acres in the middle of the woods.

[Love2Swim]

The OP said she backs on a nature preserve, You can't get much more private than that.
No pesky gas carts rumbling by her house or golf balls in her yard.
Surely noisy neighbors to the right or left can be screened by planting privacy hedges?


A privacy hedge is only visual. It will not lessen the noise much.

[Barefoot]

She did not say she backs onto a nature preserve. She said "We recently moved to a new neighborhood, on a nature preserve for the quiet and nature." I think there's a little bit of fudging going on.
You're right - good catch. :popcorn:

[rustyp]

A privacy hedge is only visual. It will not lessen the noise much.

Also if the neighbors are smokers guess where they migrate to do the deed. Nothing as refreshing as the waft of a good cigar with Sunday morning brunch.

[FunnyGirl69]

they are a bunch of gay women.

So My comment was either deleted or admin did not approve it to go up because I'm not seeing it so I'll state it again but with a quote:
I feel like the fact that you felt the need bring this up and say this as part of your defense is problematic and shows the real issue here. you also brought up they invite friends over but I'm assuming you are not invited. could it be the real issues here you have with them is not the noise level at all and you are *looking* for a reason to have an issue with them?
I suggest you politely and non-passive-aggressively speak to them. BEFORE involving the police.

[trueorange]

Noisy neighbors are starting to look better than the lung full of pesticides I just got from my neignbor's pest control people. I was just enjoying lunch on my lanai when the pest control people sprayed the next lawn over and the spray drifted over here through the privacy hedge, lanai screen , etc. It's a windy day, but I wish the wind had taken the chemicals the other way.

[manaboutown]

Also if the neighbors are smokers guess where they migrate to do the deed. Nothing as refreshing as the waft of a good cigar with Sunday morning brunch.

Even more than noisy nearby neighbors I dread living close or downwind from a house where the inhabitants smoke any substance on their lanai.

[rustyp]

Even more than noisy nearby neighbors I dread living close or downwind from a house where the inhabitants smoke any substance on their lanai.

If the neighbors are smoking illegal substances on their lanai do you suggest I politely and non-passive-aggressively speak to them before involving the police?

[permanentvacation]

If the neighbors are smoking illegal substances on their lanai do you suggest I politely and non-passive-aggressively speak to them before involving the police?

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that the cops don't care that your neighbor might have a joint.

[rustyp]

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that the cops don't care that your neighbor might have a joint.

Do you think leo cares if it is crack?

[thelegges]

If the neighbors are smoking illegal substances on their lanai do you suggest I politely and non-passive-aggressively speak to them before involving the police?

Could be medical, chemo and radiation can kick the crap out of you, MM is extremely helpful

[Nucky]

I would go inside let them enjoy the Puff and then carry on with my life. Live & Let Live. I have COPD and wonder how many people I zapped with my second hand smoke? Regrets I have a few.