Noise Control
Contact By-law Enforcement
By-law Enforcement inquiries or complaints can be submitted 24/7 through the three following methods:
- Online By-law Complaint Form
- Phone: 1-833-793-3537 Ext. 235
- After Hours Emergency/Animal Control: 1-866-750-8219
The Noise By-law provides standards for noise and regulates when specific types of noises are prohibited. For the purpose of the by-law, Noise is defined as sound that is of such a volume or nature that it is likely to disturb the inhabitants of the Municipality. For specific details refer to the Noise By-law.
Types of Noise
- Noise from any domestic pet or animal;
- Noise from a radio, public address system, etc. between 11:00 p.m. through 8:00 a.m.;
- Vehicle noise caused by excessive acceleration, squealing of tires, defective or improperly installed muffler system, excessive idling (beyond 20 minutes);
- Construction noise between 9:00 p.m. through 7:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Sundays or holidays);
- Fireworks, unless a permit is granted by the Fire Chief;
- Shouting or loud speaking;
- Domestic tools (lawnmower, chain saw, leaf blower, etc) between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Sundays or holidays);
- Unloading or loading of product or materials between 11:00 p.m. through 7:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Sundays or holidays);
- Operation of waste and refuse collection machinery between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Sundays or holidays).
Complaints
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Anonymous complaints will not be processed. All complaints require a name, phone number, and/or email address, and a detailed description of the complaint in order for staff to properly respond and follow up to your inquiry. Under the Freedom of Information Act, complainant information is confidential.