Understanding Construction Nuisance from a Neighbor in New York Living in New York, whether in a bustling Manhattan apartment, a Brooklyn brownstone, or a suburban home in Westchester, often means living in close proximity to others. And where there are neighbors, there's often construction. While development is a part of urban life, what happens when your neighbor's construction project crosses the line from a temporary inconvenience to an ongoing, unreasonable interference with your right to quietly enjoy your property? This is where the concept of "construction nuisance" comes into play, a legal challenge many New Yorkers face. What Constitutes a Construction Nuisance in New York? In New York, a private nuisance claim generally arises when one landowner's use of their property substantially and unreasonably interferes with another landowner's use and enjoyment of their property. It's crucial to distinguish between typical, unavoidab...