9 Rules for Being a Good Neigh...

However, being respectful of your neighbors doesn’t just mean smiling and waving when you see them in passing. It also means that you are taking care of your property and cleaning up after yourself in the common areas.

Here’s a list of the the top rules for being a good neighbor:

1. Don't make judgments about your neighbor.
2. Respect your neighbor’s property.
   T9 Rules for Being a Good Neighborhis one should be a no-brainer. It’s their property, not yours. So don’t treat their property as if it is yours. If you have a tree that is hanging over into their yard, make sure it’s trimmed.
3. Curb your dog.
   The community isn’t your personal fenced-in yard that allows you to let your pets roam freely. If you are outside of your own personal property with your pets, keep them under control and leashed. In many states, including Nevada, it’s actually the law.
4. Don't blast loud music or contribute to noise pollution.
   It’s okay to have your friends and family over and to have a good time. It’s not okay to be so loud that when you’re listening to music, it sounds like the band has actually set up in your living room. Also, don't set up a band in your living room.
5. Park in your own space.
   If your community has designated parking spaces, don’t take whichever parking space you feel like parking in that day.
6. Clean up after yourself.
   This is especially true when it comes to using the common areas of the community. These areas are meant for everyone in the community to enjoy.
7. Take care of your property.
   Not only will this help keep the community looking nice, but it will help to set the example for other members of the community.
8. Help with the Neighborhood Watch.
   Help keep your community safe by getting to know your neighbors through the Neighborhood Watch or help form one if there isn’t already a program in place.
9. If there is a problem, talk about it.
   Direct conversation is more effective than sending a letter or banging on a wall.

When you take the time to be a respectful and good neighbor, the community will be friendlier, the neighborhood will be safer, and the area will be a nicer and more comfortable place for you and everyone else to live in.