[katwoman]

This is a real sore spot for me.

My neighborhood is a long block of 4-5 unit buildings. So we're talking the majority of people are renters (and not registered voters). Each building has a verrry large 3 BD apt that is bigger (more sq feet) than most houses. This attracts families. And not the good ones. The problem is compounded by the fact that almost every building has no yard which means these kids are in the streets and always running through the surrounding buildings.

My property has a wide driveway and a adjoining strip of grass. I've had kids rollarblade, bike, skateboard, and run up and down this driveway. Chase them off all the time. That's all I need...a kid to fall on my property and sue ME!

Due to the high concentration of people, parking is also an issue. One night a gal couldn't find anywhere to park her car so what do you think she did? Parked it in MY driveway! The cops couldn't ticket her since it was private property and I never gave them express permission to patrol my property. Couldn't have her towed cause the tow company I contracted with hadn't delivered their signage. But I gave her a hell of a tonguelashing and threats of a tow.

As for the grass, I've had other dog owners (renters) stroll right on over to allow their dogs to defecate and urinate on MY grass. One gal even parked her car, got out with her dog and let the dog do it's business on my grass. When I yelled at her she said to go right ahead and call the local police and speak to her uncle who'll get a big kick outta this! So I DID!

My building is beautifully maintained despite how other people care to live. I will be a thorn in the side of anyone who thinks they're going to bully me. Plenty of renters have moved out because of me and the pressure I put on them. GOOD!