The operation of any such set, instrument, phonograph, machine or device between the hours of p.m. and a.m. in such manner as to be plainly audible at a distance of one hundred (100) feet from the building, structure, vessel, floating structure, or vehicle in or on which it is located shall be prima facie ...
The nature of condos mean you will have noises from neighbors no matter what, especially from above. You can't really sound proof that much. If noise is a big concern, you should not consider condos, or at least buy the top floor (and then you may contend with noise complaints against you).
Document the Behavior : Keep a record of the incidents, noting dates, times, and descriptions of the noise or rude behavior. Communicate Calmly : If you feel comfortable, approach your neighbor and address the issue directly. Set Boundaries : If direct communication doesn't work, set clear boundaries.
Call 311 to find out the best course of action. The NAO allows anyone to file an anonymous complaint. To make a formal complaint, please complete the Citizen's Complaint Affidavit (Declaracion Jurada de Denuncia por Molestias) and mail it to the Nuisance Abatement Unit.
Noise levels that can cause extreme offence to one person may not impact on another. A noise may be irritating but not be a 'statutory noise nuisance'. There are no fixed levels of noise which constitute a statutory nuisance.
It shall be unlawful for any person engaged in any building, construction, manufacturing or fabricating business or occupation in the City, either as owner, agent, servant, or employee, to make, cause, suffer or allow, in connection with the operation of such business, or occupation, any loud, intense or annoying noise ...
For residential environments, the accepted decibel level is lower. Any noise exceeding 70 dB is considered disturbing. Residential limits usually start at 60 or 55 dB (the equivalent noise of a regular vacuum cleaner). Time limits usually apply after 10 pm and until 7 am.
Sec. 36-1. - Unnecessary, excessive or unusual noises—Generally. It shall be unlawful to make any loud, unnecessary, excessive or unusual noise in the city.
The operation of any such machine, instrument, speaker, or device between the hours of p.m. and a.m. in a such manner as to be plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet from the property line of the building or structure, or the boundary of the vehicle in which it is located shall be prima facie evidence of a ...
It shall be unlawful to play any radio, phonograph, television, electronic device, or any musical instrument or operate a sound-amplification device in such a manner as to unreasonably disturb the peace, quiet, comfort, and repose of neighboring inhabitants of ordinary sensibilities, or at any time louder than is ...