Private nuisance refers to a legal claim that arises when one person’s use of their property interferes with another person’s use or enjoyment of their property. This interference must be substantial and unreasonable, causing annoyance, inconvenience, or harm to the affected party. Examples of private nuisances include excessive noise, offensive odours, vibrations, pollution, and encroachments onto neighbouring properties. To establish a claim of private nuisance, the affected party must demonstrate that the interference is substantial, unreasonable, and resulted in actual harm or interference with the use and enjoyment of their property. Remedies for private nuisance may include injunctive relief to stop the offending activity, damages for harm caused, or abatement of the nuisance.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.
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