There certainly doesn't look like much room to get in behind the pond. Is the ground on their side pushing into the fence? That could be why it's collapsing onto your side so easily. Fences, especially that type, are often not substantial enough to hold ground back if it's of any height. Perhaps the landlord could take a look at the ground on their side, especially if you tell him that you think the ground is pushing into the property. It seems to be mainly that one section. A more substantial retaining wall might be needed, with fence on top. I'm wondering what ground works they did for that 'patio' structure too.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
It all sounds horrible for you @Ditsy . I presume your garden is on the RH side in the above photo ? Difficult to guage the size your NDN's new construction but their garden appears to be above the level of yours and that large solid base surely won't help with regard to any flooding problems in the future either. It would have been more thoughtful of them to have sunk the area in order not to impinge on your privacy/outlook. Bit late for that by the look of it tho. Maybe a silly question but have you checked with your local Planning Office - could be that they didn't require planning permission for the structure as it isn't actually a building but it may be worth checking out. Just as others have said, I would certainly voice my concerns to your Landlord. I would assume that he/she has visited the site to see exactly what has been done ? If that is not the case, he/she needs to do so pretty smartish ! If you and your NDN are both tenants of long standing, it is extremely remiss of the landlord not to take your views/worries into consideration. As it is obviously causing you a great deal of worry and distress, I would venture to suggest that rather than trying to deal with it on your own, you contact the likes of your CAB or any local agency set up in your area which is concerned with the mental health of their residents. I'm thinking along the lines of our Village Agent ( not available everywhere I know ) but extremely helpful in pointing you in the right direction. Even just discussing the issue with someone completely independent can often help. I sincerely hope that you are able to reach a solution or at the least some form of compromise.
I was not planning on getting larchlap again but if they won't let me remove the chainlink it's not worth spending much money.
They are all out there now laughing and joking without a care in the world. What really gets me is the fact that everyone of them agreed we need to take it out and now denying they ever did.
Their 'builder' is a friend and has told them it isn't necessary. I think they all thought I would ask him to do it. Maybe that is what has upset them. As I say I have no idea. They patronised me saying the fencer was trying to rip me off by taking the chainlink out. Funny I got four other quotes and they all said the same thing. Plus you only have to look to know, it is glaringly obvious.
Foundations.
Their beautiful rose bush gave me a little cover - then they dug it up last week. Any wonder I am getting paranoid.
Thanks for listening, it does help to write it all done.
I am their only neighbour. If I report them they will be in no doubts it was me. They haven't once asked me if I mind or let me know what is happening.
A few months ago I wanted to plant a hedge round my front garden. Before I did anything I asked them if they would mind. It is just common curtesy and respectful.
I don't see how we can come back from this at all. I guess things are set to get worse.😭
I can't understand why they felt the need to raise that construction to that level. It does look like the ground falls away towards the back of their garden though. I would agree with @philippasmith2 about contacting someone at the planning dept of your local council as I believe there are regs regarding constructions like that nowadays, although it may depend on individual councils. Perhaps send an email complete with those photos. The landlord certainly needs to address the issue of the existing chain link fence.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
I think you need to keep on at the landlord. It's his/her responsibility after all. If possible, he/she should get you and one of the neighbouring tenants together to discuss the views of both of you, especially regarding that boundary fence, and they would need to explain their reason for not wanting a new fence put in place. It's also in the landlord's interest to see that that deck, or whatever it is, is safe, and complies with any planning regulations. As far as I'm aware, that can affect their landlord registration and insurance etc. if it's not up to standard. Certainly contact the council with the info you've given here - to clarify that if nothing else.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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Is the ground on their side pushing into the fence? That could be why it's collapsing onto your side so easily. Fences, especially that type, are often not substantial enough to hold ground back if it's of any height.
Perhaps the landlord could take a look at the ground on their side, especially if you tell him that you think the ground is pushing into the property.
It seems to be mainly that one section. A more substantial retaining wall might be needed, with fence on top. I'm wondering what ground works they did for that 'patio' structure too.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Difficult to guage the size your NDN's new construction but their garden appears to be above the level of yours and that large solid base surely won't help with regard to any flooding problems in the future either. It would have been more thoughtful of them to have sunk the area in order not to impinge on your privacy/outlook. Bit late for that by the look of it tho.
Maybe a silly question but have you checked with your local Planning Office - could be that they didn't require planning permission for the structure as it isn't actually a building but it may be worth checking out.
Just as others have said, I would certainly voice my concerns to your Landlord. I would assume that he/she has visited the site to see exactly what has been done ? If that is not the case, he/she needs to do so pretty smartish ! If you and your NDN are both tenants of long standing, it is extremely remiss of the landlord not to take your views/worries into consideration.
As it is obviously causing you a great deal of worry and distress, I would venture to suggest that rather than trying to deal with it on your own, you contact the likes of your CAB or any local agency set up in your area which is concerned with the mental health of their residents. I'm thinking along the lines of our Village Agent ( not available everywhere I know ) but extremely helpful in pointing you in the right direction. Even just discussing the issue with someone completely independent can often help.
I sincerely hope that you are able to reach a solution or at the least some form of compromise.
I was not planning on getting larchlap again but if they won't let me remove the chainlink it's not worth spending much money.
They are all out there now laughing and joking without a care in the world. What really gets me is the fact that everyone of them agreed we need to take it out and now denying they ever did.
Their 'builder' is a friend and has told them it isn't necessary. I think they all thought I would ask him to do it. Maybe that is what has upset them. As I say I have no idea. They patronised me saying the fencer was trying to rip me off by taking the chainlink out. Funny I got four other quotes and they all said the same thing. Plus you only have to look to know, it is glaringly obvious.
Foundations.
Their beautiful rose bush gave me a little cover - then they dug it up last week. Any wonder I am getting paranoid.
Thanks for listening, it does help to write it all done.
A few months ago I wanted to plant a hedge round my front garden. Before I did anything I asked them if they would mind. It is just common curtesy and respectful.
I don't see how we can come back from this at all. I guess things are set to get worse.😭
I would agree with @philippasmith2 about contacting someone at the planning dept of your local council as I believe there are regs regarding constructions like that nowadays, although it may depend on individual councils. Perhaps send an email complete with those photos.
The landlord certainly needs to address the issue of the existing chain link fence.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
They just informed the landlord they were putting some decking in. Yes their garden slopes away at the back.
If possible, he/she should get you and one of the neighbouring tenants together to discuss the views of both of you, especially regarding that boundary fence, and they would need to explain their reason for not wanting a new fence put in place.
It's also in the landlord's interest to see that that deck, or whatever it is, is safe, and complies with any planning regulations. As far as I'm aware, that can affect their landlord registration and insurance etc. if it's not up to standard.
Certainly contact the council with the info you've given here - to clarify that if nothing else.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...