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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Looks like the house next to us finally went under contract and we suspect it'll be a builder tearing it down and rebuilding it.

Our big concern is what they'll do to the tiered lot, and whether that will create drainage issues/concerns.

If you've lived next to a construction site, do you have any tips for us for staying on top of the permitting process, protecting our own property/asserting our rights if need be? Can we enforce any laws regarding when workers can be hammering, etc?

We're not looking to disrupt the construction or anything. Just to protect our own property. The drainage issue is particularly concerning since we're down hill slightly from this property.[/quote]

Honestly drainage issues will be better for your home because all new homes must have drainage plans and drain fields that slope away from the house and neighboring properties. These drainage plans must be planned, approved and inspected by the county. The worst offender in my area is not the new build but the older homes that have the original owners pointing their gutters into other people's backyards.

The best way to stay on top of issues is to get the builder's number and contact them if workers are causing you issues or noise problems. You can also review the permits online .[/quote]

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