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Pickleball Fights Ignite in Florida: Noise Controversies Spark Legal Showdowns in HOA Communities

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In Boca Raton, Florida, the burgeoning popularity of pickleball has sparked significant tension within homeowners associations, pitting enthusiastic players against residents seeking peace in their communities. This sport, a blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, has transformed from a leisurely pastime into a contentious issue, with disputes over noise levels and court installations prompting legal battles. As pickleball courts emerge in densely populated retirement areas, the clamor of paddles and balls disrupts the daily lives of some residents, complicating the dynamics within HOAs. A prominent example features actor Robert Davi, best known for his role … Read more

Southampton Instates 14-Day Rental Rule in Bid to Curb Noise and Disruptions

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SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — The Village of Southampton has enacted a new regulation, setting a 14-day minimum rental period for homes in the area. The village’s board of trustees passed the amendment with a 4-1 vote, aiming to address increasing community concerns surrounding noise disturbances and weekend parties prevalent among short-term renters. Under the newly adopted rule, property owners can no longer rent their homes for less than two weeks. This change aligns Southampton with neighboring East Hampton’s rental regulations and is intended to reduce disruptions caused by transient weekend guests, a growing issue for residents. … Read more

Pickleball Controversy: Hillsborough Homeowners Take HOA to Court Over Noise Concerns

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The burgeoning popularity of pickleball is raising noise concerns among some residents in Hillsborough County, where a legal dispute has emerged over the conversion of tennis courts to accommodate this fast-growing sport. In Apollo Beach, ten homeowners have taken legal action against the Andalucía Master Association Board, arguing that the switch to pickleball courts will introduce noise that disrupts the tranquility of residential areas. Concerned resident Lori Sessano expressed disapproval, stating that “pickleball does not belong in residential areas.” Homeowner Greg Jolly echoed those sentiments, noting that the noise from the … Read more

Portland Woman Disappointed as Court Leaves Noise Enforcement in Hands of Police Near ICE Building

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PORTLAND, Ore. — A local resident is expressing her frustration with the city’s law enforcement response to disturbances around the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building, after a recent legal decision did not lead to the changes she hoped for. Cloud Elvengrail, who lives in an apartment nearby, has been dealing with disruptive noise and criminal behavior for over 70 days, prompting her to seek judicial intervention. Elvengrail’s attorney, Julie Parrish, argued that the noise from shouting and banging outside has significantly impacted her client’s quality of life. They had hoped a judge would direct … Read more