this article was from HK Standard today.
Interesting read as it is something to think about when considering moving to a new apartment.
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Noise spat highlights land issues
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Residents of Harbour Place recently complained that they were unable to sleep because Polytechnic University students in the hostel across the road were too noisy at night and kept the lights on for far too long.
Calls to the police did not help. The matter was temporarily settled only after media reports led to a meeting between PolyU management and residents of the Hung Hom development.
While many people blamed the students, others viewed the dispute from another angle.
PolyU students have extremely tight schedules. They go to class in the morning, followed by extra- curricular activities, practical training and part-time jobs. Other activities such as students' association meetings and hostel events take place after dinner. And it's inevitable that such activities tend to be noisy.
However, while such events are going on, residents next door are trying to go to bed after returning from their jobs or finishing their homework.
The residents argue that they bought luxury flats to enjoy a tranquil environment. When the police were unable to handle their complaints, the residents turned to the media.
The Standard - Hong Kong's First FREE English Newspaper