New Noise By-law refines the noise regulation framework through clearer definitions, detailed prohibitions, and comprehensive exemptions.
Updates
Language and layout
- Made to be gender neutral
- Improved readability
- Individual tabled schedules for:
- Noise prohibited at all times
- Noise prohibited at specific times
- Noise exemptions
Noise exemptions
Additions to the proposed noise exemptions (Schedule C):
- Generators being run in connection to an electric power outage
- Generators used for the curing of concrete during active construction
- Filming activities
- Clarified exemptions for municipal and emergency operations
Temporary Noise Exemption Permits
Applications are issued by the Clerk instead of Council and require:
- More detailed event info
- A designated on-site agent
- Proof of circulation of a notice of intention to apply for any exemption to this By-law, in the form of a document as prescribed by the City, to all residences within a 120 metre radius of the subject property
Orders and Enforcement
- Introduces an Order to Comply to allow for the issuance of orders to cease potential noise
- Enables officers to direct cessation of noise and order individuals to vacate public spaces
- Introduces a Noise Reporting Package to help residents document issues when enforcement officers are unavailable
- Explicit penalties for interfering with inspection or failing to provide ID
