This section explains what antisocial behaviour is in the eyes of the law and what you can do about it if you are having problems in your area. If your neighbours are complaining about you, this section will help you to work out where you stand.

If you're not sure where the boundaries of your house or garden are, or if you've been having arguments with your neighbour about who owns what, this page can help.

Tenants' and residents' associations provide a collective voice for people who live in the same area, or who have the same landlord. Members work together to improve housing and environmental standards in their neighbourhood. This page looks at what tenants' and residents' associations can achieve, and how you can set one up.

If you're having problems with crime or vandalism in your area, or if you simply want to keep your area free of these problems, you might be interested in joining a neighbourhood watch group. This page has more information.

This section looks at how you may be affected if the council, Scottish Government or other authority, or your neighbours or a private company are carrying out building or development work in your area. If you're opposed to the work, you may be able to put a stop to it, or you may be entitled to compensation. This applies to home owners and tenants.

Cannabis factories are set up to mass produce the drug cannabis. If you suspect a cannabis factory is operating in your area, you should report it to Crimestoppers as soon as possible. Cannabis factories can cause fire risks

This page looks at problems with animals in your area and explains what you can do if dogs or other pets are causing a nuisance in your neighbourhood. It also includes information on what to do if you find a stray dog, or suspect someone is being cruel to an animal.