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<\/p>\nLoud parties, nonstop noise and growing complaints. A Jacksonville homeowner pushes for answers as the city launches an investigation next door.<\/p>\n
A Jacksonville homeowner says her once-quiet neighborhood has been disrupted by frequent parties and loud events next door \u2014 and now city officials confirm the property is under investigation.<\/p>\n
Michelle Wilson said she has lived in her home for more than a decade without issue. That changed late last year, when the property behind her house began hosting gatherings with amplified music, comedy shows and other events promoted online.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThis is the stage they built. So when they have their comedy nights, the comedian stands up here,\u201d Wilson said, pointing to a structure visible from her backyard.<\/p>\n Wilson recorded video showing loud music carrying across her property. She said even with double-pane hurricane windows, the noise is difficult to ignore.<\/p>\n \u201cWhen there\u2019s an event over there, the music is just exceptionally loud,\u201d she said. \u201cWe call (the Jacksonville Sheriff\u2019s Office) constantly.\u201d<\/p>\n Records show 14 noise complaints have been made to the Jacksonville Sheriff\u2019s Office at the address since January.<\/p>\n According to the city, properties zoned for residential use are intended for living purposes \u2014 not commercial activity such as event venues or ticketed parties. While some home-based businesses are allowed, they must not create excessive noise, traffic or disruptions.<\/p>\n Wilson said that standard is not being met.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m on a half-acre piece of property and I can hear the music on the other side of my house,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n The property is advertised online as \u201cCity Bricks,\u201d a private event space offering rentals for birthdays, parties and other gatherings. The listing states events are private and not open to the public.<\/p>\n Anthony Austin reached out to a contact listed for the venue. In a text message response, a representative said, \u201cWe are not operating a business. We have private events at a private property. Not open to the public. We have met with the noise ordinance in the city and know and respect levels at all times.\u201d<\/p>\n Wilson, who works nights, said the ongoing activity is taking a toll.<\/p>\n \u201cI need to be able to sleep during the daytime,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n A spokesperson for the city said the Municipal Code Compliance Division has an active investigation into the property and the allegations.<\/p>\n
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