Having a party or an event? It could be a violation of Ottawa's Noise By-law (No. 2017-255) to make loud noises or emit reproduction sounds that disturb your neighbours:
This includes:
- Loud music
- Musical instruments
- Radios
- Televisions
- Stereos
- Computers
- Shouting
During the daytime, between 7 am and 11 pm, any noise must be kept below the decibel limits set in the Noise By-law (No. 2017-255). Overnight, between 11 pm and 7 am, any noise that disturbs someone may be considered a violation.
Report a loud noise complaint.
An Ottawa By-law officer will be in touch to help you with your complaint.
Please refer to the City of Ottawa's Ottawa Noise By-law (No. 2017-255) for more information.