Residents of a condominium in the bustling city of Bangkok are reaching a breaking point, as their once tranquil abode has transformed into a cacophony of chaos, courtesy of short-term rentals by foreigners. What used to be serene corridors now echo with loud parties and resonate with the pungent smell of cannabis, as rule-breaking at the swimming pool has become a regular affair. Long-term residents are left exasperated, searching for the end of this unwarranted nightmare.
The situation drew widespread attention when the Facebook page Drama-addict shared a post from an embattled resident airing grievances about this daily rental debacle. “Hello, thank you for helping to serve as a voice for the problem of daily rentals in condos. My condo faces the same issues,” the post revealed, detailing how a stream of tourists overlooks community rules and turns their residence into a revolving door of disruption. It painted a vivid picture of foreigners monopolizing the pool area all day, nonchalantly smoking cannabis and leaving other residents uncomfortable and agitated.
Adding fuel to the fire is the unconventional key card drop-off system, a peculiar arrangement where key cards are concealed in a cabinet near the garage—an easy avenue for short-term renters to gain access to the building without supervision. “Every corridor reeks of cannabis,” the resident lamented, noting that the omnipresent odor directly correlates to the onset of short-term renters.
Despite residents clamoring for robust security measures, last year’s installation of a facial recognition scanner has done little to mitigate the problem. “The juristic person begrudgingly installed the scanner, but still allowed key cards to be used as they were, enabling the same old convenience,” the resident bemoaned, expressing disillusionment with the inertia plaguing authorities. The persistence of key cards undermines attempts to bolster security, leaving residents at a stalemate.
Further exacerbating their woes, repeated appeals to local officials, including the police, district offices, and the Damrongtham Centre, have seemingly disappeared into a bureaucratic abyss, delivering no tangible results. “For a year, we’ve tried to reach out through every possible channel, but there’s been no development whatsoever,” expressed the disgruntled resident, deriding the slow-moving, ineffectual bureaucratic system.
As disturbances wrought by transient renters continue to plague the community, residents fervently call upon governmental agencies to impose stringent regulations and restore peace. But until concrete action is taken, the nightmare of daily rentals and inconsiderate tourists remains an unwelcome fixture of their everyday lives, casting a shadow over what was once a cherished home.
It’s alarming how short-term rentals have disrupted the lives of residents in Bangkok! I can’t imagine living in such a chaotic environment.
Totally agree, Anna! It’s a shame that authorities aren’t doing enough to address these issues.
Exactly, Mark. It’s like their voices are being ignored despite all the complaints.
Some tourists think they’re in lawless territory just because they’re on vacation. It’s disrespectful!
Absolutely, Kathy. Respect should be universal, regardless of where you are.
Honestly, people need to relax. It’s not a big deal if there are some parties and fun once in a while.
Isn’t it ironic how they complain about the smell of cannabis when it’s now becoming legal in so many places? I think it reflects cultural differences.
Sophia, the legality isn’t the point here—it’s about respecting shared living spaces. The residents deserve peace and quiet.
True, Sophia, but people living there have the right to a peaceful home. Legal doesn’t equal acceptable behavior everywhere.
It seems like the management’s refusal to enforce strict key card controls is a major part of the problem.
Maureen, management probably doesn’t want to scare off potential short-term renters who offer easy money.
David, you’re right. Profit seems to take precedence over residents’ well-being. Such a sad reality.
I think it’s all a bit of an overreaction. Tourists bring a lot of benefits to the local economy.
The authorities need to regulate short-term rentals more strictly. Residents deserve to feel secure in their own home!
Sarah, regulation could help, but the enforcement is tricky. It’s a challenge everywhere.
Totally!!! Effective regulation is what we need so long-term residents can have peace again.
You can’t really blame tourists for wanting to have a good time; it’s management’s job to handle how the infrastructure supports it.
It’s really sad to see that the authorities are not listening to the people living there.
Goh, ignoring residents is short-sighted. It risks losing long-term stability in the community!
Short-term rentals must be making a ton of money! Can’t blame them for exploiting every opportunity.
To those complaining, try living in a real chaotic city. Bangkok is tame by global standards!
Chris, folks shouldn’t have to settle for chaos just because it’s worse elsewhere. Standards should be set!
It’s not just about parties—it’s the principle of shared community rules being completely ignored.
Exactly, Tina! Rules are there to protect everyone’s rights.
What’s the point of a facial scanner if key cards are still being handed out unchecked?
The cultural clash is evident; many tourists might not even be aware they’re imposing.