Enforcement & By-Law Services – Continuous Noise Complaint
Noise is defined as any unwanted sound. The City of Brampton By-Law 93-84 states that a person shall not, within the City of Brampton, make, create, cause or permit noises likely to disturb inhabitants. Brampton City Council passed the bylaw to curb persistent and recurring noise.
The bylaw specifically prohibits noises such as:
- A dog barking daily and excessively
- Someone playing a loud stereo or musical equipment regularly.
- Someone operating construction equipment daily before 6 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- Unreasonable noise, including loud music, shouting, singing
- Nuisance Party – a social gathering where the conduct of the people attending causes a nuisance from unreasonable noise (e.g. loud music, shouting, singing)
When you report a noise violation, we must establish the particulars of the complaint before we proceed with legal action. In every case, you must be involved in the process.
When to contact law enforcement agencies:
If the noise is caused by domestic disputes, yelling or moving vehicles, report it to the Peel Police. For non-emergencies, call 905-453-3311. For emergencies, call 911.
If the noise is caused by train whistling, call the following:
- CN Rail Emergency CN Police at 1-800-465-9239
- CP Rail Emergency CP Police at 1-800-716-9132
If you require further assistance, please contact 311 or 905-874-2000.
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