The neighbor smokes; it's a problem with co-living.

Living in a condo is actually a multitude of problems, varying from person to person and project to project. Believe it or not, every type of housing – single house, townhouse, condo – has its problems. This time, we'll discuss a common, often unsolvable, problem in condos: "a neighbor smoking."

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The problem of a neighbor smoking in a condo, both in common areas and within individual units, is often prohibited by building regulations. The main reasons are disturbance to other residents and the potential fire hazard, as smokers may throw unextinguished cigarette butts from balconies, which could ignite other flammable materials.

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Many people find themselves unable to open their windows or use their balconies due to constant smoking, raising safety concerns.

The initial recommendation is to report this to the building management, who will then inform the neighbor about the nuisance caused by their actions.

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However, even after the management intervenes, the problem persists because the smoker believes it's their right to smoke in their unit. While it's certainly permissible to use the balcony behind your room, exercising that right can infringe upon and cause inconvenience to others. It's important to be considerate of others' feelings.

Furthermore, while some cases involve direct negotiation, this approach should be avoided as it can lead to heated arguments and strained living conditions. Therefore, it's best to rely on the management's negotiation services.

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