Last updated on Aug 4, 2024

You're dealing with a disruptive tenant in your property. How do you ensure harmony among all residents?

Dealing with a disruptive tenant can be a challenging aspect of property management. As a property manager, your primary goal is to maintain a peaceful living environment for all residents. When one tenant's behavior disrupts this harmony, it's crucial to address the issue promptly and effectively. Whether it's excessive noise, disregard for community rules, or other forms of disruptive conduct, your approach to resolving the conflict can set the tone for your entire property. By remaining calm, objective, and solution-focused, you can navigate these situations and restore tranquility among your residents.

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1 Understand Issues

To effectively manage a disruptive tenant, first understand the specific issues causing unrest. Listen to complaints from other residents with empathy and without jumping to conclusions. This step is critical in identifying the root of the problem and the extent of the disruption. By gathering detailed information, you can approach the tenant with a clear understanding of how their behavior is affecting others, which is essential for a constructive conversation.

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Joanne Marshall

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There is potential here for this to be a very judgemental approach when it comes to the tenant. With other tenants colouring the lens with their concerns or comments. You could simply do a friendly and professional “check in” with thr tenant to see how they are going with the other tenants. Then go to the tenants with the concerns. Quite often the one with the “concerns” are in fact the ones stirring the pot.

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2 Direct Dialogue

Once you're aware of the issues, initiate a direct dialogue with the tenant. Approach them in a non-confrontational manner, aiming to understand their perspective while clearly explaining the impact of their actions on the community. This conversation is an opportunity to set boundaries and discuss possible solutions. Effective communication can often resolve conflicts without further action, as tenants may not be aware of the disturbance they're causing.

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To be able to do this you first need to be absolutely sure they are in fact a “disruptive tenant”. Tread carefully in the approach and how you handle everything. Take time to actively listen to their side of the story too as it may not be as it seems. Then when all facts are in front of you only then decide the next steps.

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3 Offer Solutions

After discussing the issues, offer practical solutions to the tenant. If the disruption is noise-related, suggest specific quiet hours or provide tips for noise reduction. For more complex issues, consider mediation or refer them to support services if necessary. By offering solutions, you demonstrate your commitment to both the tenant's well-being and the community's harmony, which can encourage cooperation and compliance.

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Joanne Marshall

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To do this you need to be careful because the so called disruptive tentant that has noise concerns laid against them could in fact be Deaf 🧏♀️ and therefore the noise is going unnoticed. So to approach them gently or indiscriminately is best practice. If not Deaf then there got be a legit reason as to why it has been going on. Remember we as property managers are only pulled into circumstances when things cannot be sorted by the tenants themselves so we are late to the party so to speak. This part of the situation can be mediated as to what solutions the tenants would accept and then shared by property manager in the problem solving manner.

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4 Enforce Policies

Enforcing community policies consistently is crucial in managing disruptive behavior. Ensure that all tenants are aware of the rules and the consequences of violating them. If the disruptive tenant continues to cause problems despite your efforts to resolve the situation amicably, it may be necessary to enforce penalties as outlined in your property's policies. Consistent enforcement shows that you are serious about maintaining a peaceful living environment for everyone.

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5 Monitor Progress

After implementing solutions, closely monitor the situation to ensure that the disruptive behavior has ceased and that harmony is restored. Follow up with both the tenant and the affected residents to confirm that the resolution is effective. Continuous monitoring allows you to address any recurring issues promptly and adjust your approach if needed, showing residents that you are actively working to maintain a peaceful community.

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6 Support Community

Finally, fostering a strong sense of community can help prevent future disruptions. Organize events or create spaces that encourage positive interactions among residents. When tenants feel connected to their neighbors, they are more likely to respect shared living spaces and consider the impact of their actions on others. A strong community not only deters disruptive behavior but also creates a supportive network that can resolve conflicts internally before they escalate.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Understand Issues

2 Direct Dialogue

3 Offer Solutions

4 Enforce Policies

5 Monitor Progress

6 Support Community

7 Here’s what else to consider

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