CHARLOTTE — Bad smells, dirty air, or other problems caused by a neighbor can do more than create an inconvenience. In some cases, they may also give a property owner legal grounds to take action.
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Action 9 attorney Jason Stoogenke says you may be able to sue for nuisance if the problem is serious enough, but these cases can be difficult to win.
Generally, you would have to prove at least two things: That what your neighbor did was unreasonable and that it substantially hurt your use and enjoyment of your property in a way the average person would agree was significant.
Stoogenke says every situation is different, so you may want to talk to a lawyer about the specifics of your case.
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