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Noise Restrictions


There are time restrictions on when noise from residential premises should not be heard inside a neighbour's residence. An offence occurs if the noise continues after a warning has been given by a council or police officer.

Noise source

                    Time restrictions

Power tools

                    8 pm to 8 am on Sundays and public holidays

                    8 pm to 7 am on weekdays and Saturdays

Swimming pool and spa pumps

                    8 pm to 8 am on Sundays and public holidays

                    8 pm to 7 am on weekdays and Saturdays

Music

                    Midnight to 8 am on Friday, Saturday or any day preceding a public holiday

                    10 pm to 8 am on any other day

Air conditioner or water heater

                    10 pm to 8 am on weekends and public holidays

                    10 pm to 7 am on weekdays

Motor vehicles (except when entering or leaving residential premises)

                    8 pm to 8 am on weekends and public holidays

                    8 pm to 7 am on weekdays

Refrigeration unit fitted to motor vehicles

                    8 pm to 8 am on weekends and public holidays

                    8 pm to 7 am on weekdays


What can I do about noisy neighbours?

You can often stop any neighbourhood noise from disturbing you without involving the authorities. Discuss the problem with your neighbour first.

If the noise problem continues, contact Lachlan shire Council or the police. 

Lachlan Shire Council
Ph: (02) 6895 1900
Fax: (02) 6895 3478
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