When it comes to apartment living, sometimes you ask, "What do I do when my neighbors are noisy?” The Camden Call Center is a phone call away, but practicing good neighbor etiquette is also a great option.
Why practice neighbor etiquette? First of all, you don’t want to be that neighbor everyone in the building talks about. News travels fast and gossip travels even faster. Another great reason is for your own peace of mind. Imagine you have to be out of town for an emergency and need to find someone in a jiffy to watch your beloved pooch or kitty. How convenient would it be to have a neighbor you can call at the drop of a hat who is already familiar with your pet?
Being a good neighbor has its perks and there are easy ways to be the neighbor that everyone wants. Here’s how:
It’s as easy as introducing yourself.
If you are the new neighbor, take a second to introduce yourself.
Start with: “Hi, my name is _____, and I just moved in a few doors from you.”
Most people will respond with: “That’s great and welcome to the neighborhood!” Even if it’s just small talk, at least you know who is supposed to be coming and going in your hallway.
Give them a “heads up.”
Many times, the tension that arises between neighbors can be completely avoided with a “heads up” such as:
When you plan to have guests over for a few hours past curfew
When you’re moving heavy furniture because you’re either unpacking or packing up for a move
That your shift changed and you’re working nights and sleeping during the day
You just got a new puppy and the howling may last for a couple of days.
Keep your guests well-behaved.
Know your apartment community’s policies regarding having guests over, especially at our wonderful Camden amenities. You may need to accompany your guests to the pool and fitness center. This also includes minors who need to be aware of where it is safe versus unsafe to play within the community.
Remember that what goes down, goes down to the first floor.
There are fantastic reasons to have a patio, like finding ways to instantly update your balcony but, having water drip down or dog toys finding their way into the bushes is not one of them.
Be responsible with your pet.
Moving in with a new pet? It is great that you want to give your dog free rein to roam, but that isn't good dog park or community etiquette. In your community, keeps dogs leashed at all times. They may be cute and fuzzy to you but terrifying to someone else. This includes making your pets feel safe in their new home. Leaving them unsupervised on the balcony is a big no-no. Secure them in another room or in a crate, especially when maintenance staff are working in your home.
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