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Do councils take noise complaints seriously?

Leia Doyle

Do councils take noise complaints seriously?

Noise nuisance is generally treated as an environmental health matter, to be handled by the local council. In very serious cases of anti-social behaviour, the police and local councils can work together to take action against residents under Part 1 of the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.

Can you sue a company for noise pollution?

Alternatively, you can take civil action under common law by seeking an injunction to stop the noise nuisance and / or you can claim damages. Before taking legal action, write to the person of company causing the noise nuisance and ask them to stop the noise or reduce it to a reasonable level.

How do you deal with unreasonable noise complaints?

Dealing with Noisy Neighbours in NSW

  1. Take The Polite Approach. First, take the polite approach and try to resolve the matter in person.
  2. Request The Owner’s Corporation To Issue A Notice.
  3. Seek A Fine.
  4. Apply for Mediation Through Fair Trading.
  5. Consult This Dealing with Neighbourhood Noise Fact Sheet.
  6. Keep A Log of The Noise.

What time should DIY noise stop?

8am to 6pm
DIY (Do-it-Yourself) handy work should be carried out: Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm.

How do you prove statutory nuisance?

For the issue to count as a statutory nuisance it must do one of the following:

  1. unreasonably and substantially interfere with the use or enjoyment of a home or other premises.
  2. injure health or be likely to injure health.

Is it illegal to use washing machine at night?

noise from your footsteps • Don’t run washing machines or tumble driers through the night. Don’t vacuum early in the morning or late at night. affect your neighbours too much. If you are playing any music outside as well, keep the volume down, especially late in the evening.

Is it illegal to play music loud?

Many jurisdictions have laws defining loud music as a criminal offense, typically a misdemeanor. The amount of effort put forth by law enforcement members in dealing with loud music also varies by location. The most common punishment for a conviction is a fine or some other small sanction.