Legal Definitions - anticipatory nuisance

Anticipatory nuisance is a type of nuisance that refers to a situation where a person or entity is aware that their actions or activities will cause a nuisance to others in the future. This can include things like noise, odors, or other disturbances that interfere with the use or enjoyment of someone else's property.

For example, if a factory is planning to expand its operations and the neighbors are aware that this will result in increased noise and pollution, they may be able to take legal action to prevent the expansion from happening.

Another example of anticipatory nuisance could be a property owner who plans to build a structure that will block their neighbor's view or access to sunlight. The neighbor may be able to take legal action to prevent the construction from taking place.

These examples illustrate how anticipatory nuisance can interfere with the use and enjoyment of someone else's property, and how legal action can be taken to prevent or mitigate the effects of such a nuisance.