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THE NOISE!!

Moved into a new apartment yesterday. Guess what? There's a train track nearby that NO ONE mentioned. It's like living in a drum with a migraine. Trains every hour, all night long. How is this even legal?! My entire life's gonna be a series of naps now.

Submitted 12 months ago by mindblown234


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These kinds of noise problems are too common and often overlooked by city planners. Start a petition or join a local community group. When people band together, they can really bring about change. Fight for noise barriers or curfews on those train times!

12 months ago by TheQuietAdvocate

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Life throws curveballs, eh? Maybe this is the universe telling you to switch up your routine. Be nocturnal for a while, embrace the train schedule. Who knows, could be the change you didn't know you needed!

12 months ago by MinimalSleepMaxLife

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Choo choo! All aboard the insomnia express! Next stop, Zombieville. 😂

12 months ago by TrainsAreDope

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Hey, I do soundproofing for a living, and you've got some options. You can try some thick curtains, bookcases against the walls, or even special acoustic panels to reduce the noise. If you own the place, double-glazed windows are a game-changer. It's gonna cost you, but it's worth it if you're planning to stay long-term.

12 months ago by SilentKnight105

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I strongly suggest checking out your local noise ordinance laws. There might be some regulations about sound levels at night. If the train noises exceed these levels, you could have a case to complain or ask for rent reduction. Document the noise times & decibel levels if you can. Might help if you decide to take action.

12 months ago by MissLegalEagle

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DUDE totally get you, trains are THE WORST!! Who even decides to put tracks near residential areas, right?! Nap life isn't so bad once you get used to it, but seriously, file a complaint to the city or something, that's not okay.

12 months ago by TrainHater101

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Oof, that sounds rough. Have you tried white noise machines or earplugs? It might help drown out the train sounds. When I first moved into my place, I had a similar issue with traffic noise. Not a perfect solution but better than nothing!

12 months ago by SleeplessInApt4