Should Cambridge Update Its Noise Rules?
Official title: Noise By-law Review
Why This Matters
Live in Cambridge? This affects your daily peace and quiet. Whether it's a neighbour's loud music, early morning construction, or barking dogs, these rules determine what's allowed and when. The by-law also covers noise exemption permits for events and construction projects.
What Could Change
The city may update quiet hours and expand the types of noise that are regulated. New administrative penalties could be introduced for violations. The exemption permit process for construction and events may also change.
Key Issues
- How well does the current by-law address noise concerns?
- What types of noise should be regulated?
- What times should noise be permitted?
How to Participate
- The survey is now closed. Review the Summary of Survey Results to see what residents said.
- Review the Draft Noise By-law and staff report to see the proposed changes.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 23, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Community Engagement Open House - City Hall | City Hall, Bowman Room | |
| November 30, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Community Engagement Open House - W.G. Johnson Centre | W.G. Johnson Centre, Activities Room |
What Happened
The city collected community feedback through an online survey and two in-person open houses in November 2023. Survey results have been compiled and staff have prepared draft amendments to the Noise By-law, Administrative Penalty By-law, Site Alteration By-law, and Corridor Management By-law for Council consideration.