Having a Party

Most people enjoy a party to celebrate a special occasion. Neighbours are generally tolerant if it's not a frequent occurrence and they feel that you are taking reasonable steps to consider them.

Please think about the following if you intend to have a party:

• Inform your neighbours - of the date, start and finish times and try to stick to them and remember neighbours may have children or have to go to work the following day.
  
  
• Be considerate when arranging the music - especially if the party is in the garden. Music carries a long way (particularly bass notes). Entertain your guests, not your neighbours!
  
  
• Respond to any complaints - be prepared to turn the music down if asked to by neighbours, the Police or the Council.
  
  
• After 11.00 p.m. reduce the music volume - take the party inside, close windows and doors and check the noise level from the outside - if you can hear it outside it's probably too loud!
  
  
• Some houses and flats have thin walls and floors - even if you cannot hear the noise outside, your neighbour may still be able to, especially if the music has a heavy bass beat.
  
  
• Request that your guests leave quietly - raised voices and slamming doors late at night are equally as disturbing as loud music.
  
  
• Don't throw parties too often - holding a party every month is not neighbourly!