Q: I have 10.7 acres that I am currently building a home on. My neighbor has 30 roosters right beside the property line.
The roosters crow all day and night and are very audible inside my home. The county says it is agricultural land and there was nothing they could do. I would expect to have reasonable peace and quiet on my property. My wife works from home which is impossible now. I don’t mind hearing crowing every now and then but all the time is ridiculous. I have spoke with the neighbor and peacefully told him my concerns with sleep and the excessive noise with no resolution.
A: In Georgia, the use of the neighboring property for agricultural purposes, such as keeping roosters, may be protected under agricultural zoning regulations. Despite the noise disturbance caused by the roosters, local authorities have indicated that there may be limited actions they can take due to the agricultural designation. It's advisable to explore potential local noise ordinances or restrictions that could apply, even in agricultural zones. Additionally, you may want to consult with a local attorney to explore any legal options available to address the noise issue and its impact on your property, especially considering your wife's work-from-home situation. Legal advice can help determine if there are any grounds for a noise complaint or if there are alternative solutions available within the legal framework.
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