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karatechops

Is it legal to put multiple dumpsters next to my home?

I currently live in a small Orange County, North Carolina town of about 300 people, we all share the same trash dump. The current dump is far removed from the homes and most residents drive to it to dispose of their trash. All of the homes and land in my town are owned by a single property company. The property company has decided that in two weeks the town dump will be moved to my backyard. Fifty feet from my home will be a sweltering cess pool of trash and bug infested mattresses, at least that's the situation of the current dump.

In case anyone is curious, I have not pissed anyone off. They chose this location because years ago (many years before I moved in) this location is where the dump was.

I am assuming this is just highly annoying and not illegal but can't seem to find any information regarding how North Carolina handles the health and safety of residents near waste dumps. Our baby is due in a few months and my wife and I couldn't be more angry that this is happening. Any advice for a dad to be dealing with this garbage situation?

Edit: we are renters unfortunately.

Posted Aug 15, 2018, 9:20 PM UTC · edited

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Abe_Bettik•

IANAL.

Do you rent or own? If you own, you likely just lost a HUGE percentage of your home's value... like if your house was worth $200k before, it will now be worth $50k. NO ONE wants to live next to the town dump.

First, make sure they are allowed to do this. Make sure the dump doesnt need to be X feet from your property, etx.

Second, have a private non-biased appraiser appraise your home pre-dump. Then have them come back post-dump. You MIGHT have a case against the city for that amount, if you can get a lawyer to take the case.

Third, lawyer up. Find a real estate lawyer yesterday and consult them on this, even if they ask for money up front... the risk is too great.

If you Rent, lucky break. Just move at your next available opportunity.

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rationalomega•

I believe you meant to say you are renters, fortunately. Move when the lease ends, or cobble together the money to buy yourselves out of the lease (check the document for fees associated with breaking) if you need to move sooner, like before the baby arrives. Good luck!

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EmergencyShit•

I mean... I’d totally NIMBY about a freaking dump setting up shop right next door to my house. A nicer solution would be to invest in a garbage truck and start residential routes, or even scatter a few big dumpsters through town.

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Squish_the_android•

As far as NIMBY-ism goes, this is a pretty legit complaint. That whole area is going to smell awful all summer.

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_dauntless•

It doesn't have to be in ANYONE'S backyard. It's a legit grievance to not want a dump literally in your uh...back yard.

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