Heat pump noise pollution

Questioner

My neighbours have installed a heat pump on the shared rear façade and it is located approximately 10 cm from the boundary. This pump gives a piercing blow to my home. What are my rights? I have informed my neighbours but they are not prepared to do anything about it.

Lawyer

It usually depends on the exact case. For example, it can make a difference whether you both rent from the same company or owner, or whether it is a case of owner-occupied homes. Apart from these questions, there should be no nuisance. If someone causes nuisance and there is objectively a disruption, it is usually possible to demand that the other party do something about the nuisance. It is then important that you can demonstrate that there is a nuisance. For example, with sound measurements/recordings or registration of the vibrations. The distance from the pump doesn't matter much in that respect. Even if it is further away from the property line, but there is a nuisance, you can write to the neighbours. Why don't the neighbours want to do anything about the situation? You can contact me without obligation via my profile if you would like to discuss the case or require legal assistance.