noise issues in HDB estates getting worst

The_King

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heng i ask AI, what if refuse to pay, ai say


Here's a breakdown to assure you that it's accurate and applicable:




✅ Singapore Law: Enforcing a Court Order (CDRT Judgment)​


📌 1. Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals (CDRT)


  • The CDRT is part of the State Courts of Singapore.
  • It handles neighbour disputes under the Community Disputes Resolution Act (CDRA).
  • If the CDRT orders someone to pay compensation (like Madam Jaahan being ordered to pay Mr Lim $345), it becomes a legally enforceable judgment.



📌 2. Refusal to Pay a Court-Ordered Amount


If the losing party (Jaahan) refuses to pay, the winning party (Mr Lim) must enforce the order using processes under the Rules of Court 2021 and State Courts Civil Procedure.


Here are the official and legal enforcement methods under Singapore law:




✅ A. Writ of Seizure and Sale (WSS)


  • Legal basis: Order 22, Rules of Court 2021
  • You apply to the State Courts for a writ.
  • The court authorizes a bailiff to go to the debtor’s home, seize items (TVs, laptops, etc.), and sell them at public auction to recover the debt.



✅ B. Examination of Judgment Debtor


  • Legal basis: Order 22, Rule 10 of the Rules of Court 2021
  • The creditor (Mr Lim) can summon Madam Jaahan to court and force her to disclose:
    • Salary
    • Bank accounts
    • Property
  • This ensures she’s not hiding her ability to pay.
  • If she refuses to comply, the court can issue a warrant of arrest.



✅ C. Committal Proceedings (Contempt of Court)


  • Legal basis: Administration of Justice (Protection) Act 2016
  • If Madam Jaahan defies court orders (e.g. continues harassment or disobeys multiple orders), Mr Lim may apply for committal.
  • This can lead to fines or jail, but courts use this power cautiously — usually for serious or repeated breaches.



✅ D. Judgment Enforcement Timeline


  • You typically have up to 6 years to enforce a monetary judgment in Singapore.
  • So Mr Lim can still enforce the $345 order even if the deadline to pay (Aug 21, 2025) has passed.



✅ E. Where to File for Enforcement


  • State Courts Central Registry
    • Havelock Square, Singapore
  • Online: eLitigation via LawNet (a lawyer usually files this, but individuals can too)
  • Fees: Basic filing fees apply but are recoverable

 

The_King

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can dont pay, but once courts authorizes a bailiff. you lost big
 

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Not about HDB. I stay in condo. Got noisy neighbours too.

EDMW's old saying here "stay landed no such problem".. nonsense. my parents landed. Neighbours lagi terribad.

SG is very small. try to endure unless it's persistent disturbance. Reno/ occasionial noise all these you just have to bear with it

oh wait. not just singapore. we have a house in Tokyo shinjuuku. Decent area. Neighbours can literrally wake you up every morning.

Noise pollution in citi is unavoidable, i guess. Unless you staying in kampong, but even kampong may have roosters and wild dogs waking you up
 

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Not about HDB. I stay in condo. Got noisy neighbours too.

EDMW's old saying here "stay landed no such problem".. nonsense. my parents landed. Neighbours lagi terribad.

SG is very small. try to endure unless it's persistent disturbance. Reno/ occasionial noise all these you just have to bear with it

oh wait. not just singapore. we have a house in Tokyo shinjuuku. Decent area. Neighbours can literrally wake you up every morning.

Noise pollution in citi is unavoidable, i guess. Unless you staying in kampong, but even kampong may have roosters and wild dogs waking you up
even my EC neighbour also noisy fellow, like to arrange his flower pot after 10pm.
went up talk to him a few times but always deny. i suspect his hearing got problem.
 

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Not about HDB. I stay in condo. Got noisy neighbours too.

EDMW's old saying here "stay landed no such problem".. nonsense. my parents landed. Neighbours lagi terribad.

SG is very small. try to endure unless it's persistent disturbance. Reno/ occasionial noise all these you just have to bear with it

oh wait. not just singapore. we have a house in Tokyo shinjuuku. Decent area. Neighbours can literrally wake you up every morning.

Noise pollution in citi is unavoidable, i guess. Unless you staying in kampong, but even kampong may have roosters and wild dogs waking you up
I got frenz work town council handle disputes not easy too;)
Once involve in people matter will have disputes not happen in condo too:s13:
In workplace also same you can not happy with your manager can scold him too then quit on the spot:D
 
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Kanko San

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Some disputes can become big problem if not handle properly;)

Hence, the main issue.

Don't create noise that DISTURB your neighbour peace.

If want play loud musical like trumpet, go to the park.

If not, go to a studio or sound proof your own unit.

If you disturb others, except others to create noise .
 

3G SAINT

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Hence, the main issue.

Don't create noise that DISTURB your neighbour peace.

If want play loud musical like trumpet, go to the park.

If not, go to a studio or sound proof your own unit.

If you disturb others, except others to create noise .
Yes not all neighbour are think this way...that why human not easy manage:D
 

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Actually not only HDB estate, on buses and MRT trains as well. There are just many people who are inconsiderate... young, old, local, foreigners and etc... they seem to have "hearing" issue and like to listen to loud music or drama on mobile phone...

It seems that the peaceful and quiet days are gone...
 
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