Condo Rules For Noise In Queens
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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.
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).
Under this act, night hours are defined from 11 pm to 7 am, and councils have the authority to issue warning notices if noise exceeds permitted levels during this time. The acceptable noise levels are: 34 dBA (decibels adjusted) if the background noise level is no more than 24 dBA.
Boundary noise limits for factory premises Types of affected premisesMaximum permissible noise levels (reckoned as an equivalent continuous noise level over 5 minutes) in decibels (dBA) Noise Sensitive Premises 65 60 Residential Premises 70 65 Commercial Premises 75 70 Factory Premises 75 701 more row •
Lately, however, many of us have been subjected to a rise in noise levels from various sources, like the new trend of driving around in uncapped mufflers, the usual construction drilling, and loud parties that never seem to adhere to the NYC ordinance of quiet hours between 10pm and 7am.
Use your discretion. You can certainly go knock on their door, and tell them their noise is bothering you - in a polite way. You guys will most likely sort it out if you approach them in a way that isn't rude.
Specifically, residential properties can't exceed an average one-hour sound level of 60 decibels from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. During the day, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., residential properties can't exceed an average sound level of 65 decibels.
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.
