How to Make a Noisy Apartment Less Noisy First, have a delicate conversation. Offer to buy them a rug pad. Don't tack up foam squares. If hallways are the issue, plug up the gaps around your door. Stop sound leaks from outlets. Windows are often the weak link.
Technically quiet hours in NYC are from 10 pm until 7 am and during this time pets should not be out making noises for longer than five-minute intervals.
Nighttime Noise Limits Nighttime hours are usually from PM to AM on weekdays and from PM to AM on weekends. To ensure peaceful rest for residents, quieter conditions are required during these hours. The permissible noise levels are lower compared to daytime limits.
To submit a noise complaint, call or contact 311, or you can file a noise complaint online. The appropriate agency will receive your service request. You can find the resolution of the service request using 311 service request status.
311 can direct you, but you'll be better served if you get there yourself. Here's a list of all NYC noise complaint categories with links to register a noise complaint online.
Legal Noise Limits Between 10 PM and 7 AM, music from bars and restaurants may not exceed 42 decibels when measured from inside nearby residences AND may not exceed 7 decibels over the surrounding area sound level when measured on a public street 15 or more feet away from source.
Devices to a cumulative noise level of 45 decibels, as measured per the above standard. Qualified inspectors may need to take several readings before enforcement can be deemed necessary.
Devices to a cumulative noise level of 45 decibels, as measured per the above standard. Qualified inspectors may need to take several readings before enforcement can be deemed necessary.
How to Make a Noisy Apartment Less Noisy First, have a delicate conversation. Offer to buy them a rug pad. Don't tack up foam squares. If hallways are the issue, plug up the gaps around your door. Stop sound leaks from outlets. Windows are often the weak link.