ᐅ Neighbors startled by the building structure. Has anyone experienced this before?
Created on: 7 May 2018 21:36
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Have you ever experienced this? A long-standing empty lot gets developed, and suddenly the neighbors are upset because the new building blocks their sunlight, obstructs their view, or causes other disturbances. It’s quite common to get used to an empty space over many years. But who has gone through this, and how did you handle it?
KingSong schrieb:
and is already getting annoyed because she wants to check everything exactly, regarding height and
It’s all about the tone. She’s getting new neighbors and is showing her “best side” — I never really understood that.
But why are you building on such a hill? Later you’ll have to deal with that elevation. It would make more sense to stay level.
(I remember back then with us: our land was very flat, and the Heinz von Heiden houses around us were like castles. Everyone thought we were building below street level).
Well, the neighbor probably doesn’t see their new neighbors as an enrichment. They likely value the open space more. I can understand that part—that you don’t necessarily have to be happy about new neighbors.
I find their reaction a bit odd, as if threatening to monitor everything would make any difference. On the contrary, it only makes life more difficult. As long as everything complies with the zoning plan or building permit conditions, that’s just how it is. The real targets of frustration would be the people who set up the zoning plan—if there were planning errors, that is. But otherwise, you simply have to accept that everyone has the right to build their house on their lot according to the zoning regulations.
Regarding the filling and the resulting “commanding hill,” I can understand why the neighbor might feel uneasy. But as long as the 1.30 m (4.3 ft) elevation on the south side was properly accounted for in the setback calculations, resentment toward the builder is misplaced. Here, I actually see a weakness in the zoning plan, which is unfortunately very common (including in our area). The terrain’s topography is rarely considered in the zoning plans. It’s treated as if everything were flat... and then people wonder about such elevated mounds [emoji6]. For instance, if a split-level building design had been required here, the sloping terrain could have been addressed. But hardly anyone makes that effort.
In short, it’s a pity the neighbor reacted that way. As has already been said, if they wanted to maintain an unobstructed view permanently, they should have bought the property themselves [emoji6].
I find their reaction a bit odd, as if threatening to monitor everything would make any difference. On the contrary, it only makes life more difficult. As long as everything complies with the zoning plan or building permit conditions, that’s just how it is. The real targets of frustration would be the people who set up the zoning plan—if there were planning errors, that is. But otherwise, you simply have to accept that everyone has the right to build their house on their lot according to the zoning regulations.
Regarding the filling and the resulting “commanding hill,” I can understand why the neighbor might feel uneasy. But as long as the 1.30 m (4.3 ft) elevation on the south side was properly accounted for in the setback calculations, resentment toward the builder is misplaced. Here, I actually see a weakness in the zoning plan, which is unfortunately very common (including in our area). The terrain’s topography is rarely considered in the zoning plans. It’s treated as if everything were flat... and then people wonder about such elevated mounds [emoji6]. For instance, if a split-level building design had been required here, the sloping terrain could have been addressed. But hardly anyone makes that effort.
In short, it’s a pity the neighbor reacted that way. As has already been said, if they wanted to maintain an unobstructed view permanently, they should have bought the property themselves [emoji6].
montessalet9 May 2018 11:22As long as everything stays within the proper boundaries (i.e., within the building permits/planning permission and complies with the zoning plan—if there is one), I see little need for debate.
Strangely, it is often those who threaten to "keep an eye on things" who take liberties with their own construction projects (because they have been there longer).
The best approach is to stay friendly and smile. Arguing is useless (except for causing more arguments). When someone buys a plot of land, they usually plan to build on it. It really isn’t anyone else’s business—as long as the requirements and regulations are met.
Strangely, it is often those who threaten to "keep an eye on things" who take liberties with their own construction projects (because they have been there longer).
The best approach is to stay friendly and smile. Arguing is useless (except for causing more arguments). When someone buys a plot of land, they usually plan to build on it. It really isn’t anyone else’s business—as long as the requirements and regulations are met.
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