Can I forbid my neighbor from parking his car in front of my house?
February 23, 2024 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Oliver Ratzberg
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you with a question regarding neighborhood law. For some time now, my neighbor has been parking his car directly in front of my house on a regular basis. This has resulted in me having hardly any space to park my own car, and the access to my property is often blocked. Additionally, I find it disturbing that my neighbor's car is parked right in front of my house, obstructing my view.
I have already tried to discuss this issue with my neighbor, but we could not come to an agreement. Therefore, I am wondering if I can forbid my neighbor from parking his car in front of my house and what legal options are available to me in this situation. I am concerned that the situation could worsen and would like to know how I can legally protect myself.
I hope you can assist me in this matter and provide me with possible solutions. Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Zofia Sauer
Dear Mrs. Sauer,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding neighborhood law. It is understandable that the situation with your neighbor's parked car in front of your house is causing inconvenience and that you are looking for legal solutions. In such cases, there are indeed legal regulations that can help protect your interests.
First of all, it is important to know that parking on public streets is generally allowed, as long as there are no special regulations or prohibitions. However, if your neighbor regularly parks his car in front of your house and blocks your driveway or obstructs your view, this could be considered an unreasonable nuisance. In such a case, you could take legal steps to secure your right to free access to your property.
One possible solution would be to reach a written agreement with your neighbor, stipulating that he should park his car elsewhere. If such an agreement cannot be reached, you could also seek the help of a mediator to achieve an out-of-court settlement. If this also does not lead to success, you could seek the assistance of a lawyer to enforce your claims in court.
It is important to note that in neighborhood law, the principle of mutual consideration applies. This means that neighbors must not cause each other unreasonable nuisances. If you feel that your neighbor is violating this principle, do not hesitate to use your legal options to defend your interests.
I hope this information is helpful to you and that you are able to resolve the situation with your neighbor constructively. If you have any further questions or need legal assistance, I am at your disposal.
Best regards,
Oliver Ratzberg
Attorney at Law
