Floyd Has Lived in His Residence for Three Years When

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Floyd has lived in his residence for three years when new neighbors move in. Soon afterward he starts to smell foul odors emanating from the new neighbors' home. It turns out that they have started a large compost heap that they plan to use as fertilizer for their spring and fall planting. Even with his windows closed and the air conditioning on, he can't stop the smell from permeating his home. If he files in court claiming a nuisance, what standard will the court use and how is it applied?

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