Residents of a luxury condominium complex in Denver have taken legal action against a gym operating within their building, alleging that the constant clanging of weights and loud grunting from lifters have made their homes unbearable. The lawsuit, filed on April 21 in Denver County District Court, involves three third-floor tenants of the Beauvallon complex—Thomas Grounds, Elizabeth Brodsky, and Robert Brodsky—who claim that the Summit Strong gym, located directly below their units, has disrupted their daily lives since it opened in 2024.
Noise Disturbance Details
According to the complaint, the powerlifting gym generates excessive noise that reverberates into the residential units above. The sounds include weights crashing to the floor and lifters groaning, yelling, and struggling during workouts. The gym operates as early as 5 a.m. and continues until about 9 p.m. on weekdays, leaving residents with little peace. The plaintiffs argue that this constant disturbance makes it difficult to relax, sleep, work, or live comfortably.
Impact on Property Values
Beyond the immediate disruption, the lawsuit contends that the persistent noise is negatively affecting property values. Prospective buyers are likely to pay less for units affected by such conditions, the complaint alleges. Current Zillow listings for the Beauvallon show two-bedroom, two-bathroom condos priced between $440,000 and $625,000, including a third-floor unit listed at around $500,000.
Prior Warnings and Promised Soundproofing
The noise dispute did not come as a surprise, according to the lawsuit. Residents reportedly raised concerns as early as March 2023, before Summit Strong began operations, warning that a gym could create excessive noise in the mixed-use building. At that time, gym owner Todd Zalinski allegedly assured residents that insulation and soundproofing would be installed to prevent disturbances. However, the plaintiffs claim that those promised protections were never sufficient, allowing noise to become a substantial invasion of their ability to enjoy their homes.
Legal Requests and Unsuccessful Resolutions
The lawsuit also alleges that the noise violates the Beauvallon Condominium Association’s rules. The plaintiffs attempted to resolve the issue through direct complaints and the association’s formal procedures but were unsuccessful. All three plaintiffs are members of the association. They are now asking the court to impose restrictions, including a later opening time of 9 a.m. and an order to stop excessive noise and other disturbing vibrations.
Robert Abrams, the plaintiffs’ lawyer, declined to comment on the ongoing lawsuit. The Independent has contacted Abrams, the Beauvallon, and Summit Strong for comment.
