Neighbourhood disputes are not covered by tenancy law. If you have a neighbourhood dispute:
- contact your local council for noise guidelines
- report disturbances to the police
- seek advice from a Community Legal Service
- use the Queensland Dispute Resolution Service for mediation assistance.
Tenants and residents must not cause a nuisance or disturb neighbours or other residents. Tenants can be given a breach notice by their lessor or provider if this occurs. Tenants and residents can dispute a breach notice if they do not think the breach is justified.
If you are a tenant and have concerns about a neighbourhood dispute you can report your concerns to your agent or lessor. Your lessor agent or provider must take reasonable steps to ensure you have peace and privacy in your rental premises. You may need evidence of the seriousness of your concerns. Keep a record or diary of events, including your notice to the lessor or agent.