Noise Exemption Permit Process Review

Background

Most municipalities in Ontario have a Noise By-law that regulates when and what type of noise is allowed to occur. Noise is regulated by Noise By-law 81-142 in King. Under this noise by-law, amplified sound is not allowed at any time across the Township. To allow for special events, a delegation by-law was passed in 2015 authorizing the Township Clerk to exempt some activities from the Noise By-law through a noise exemption permit. The criteria for issuing noise exemption permits is currently being reviewed and we are seeking public input.

What is the current Noise Exemption Permit Process?

The current process allows residents and businesses to apply for a noise exemption permit for the amplification of noise such as music played through speakers or a live band for a limited amount of time. Each property in the Township is permitted up to three noise exemption permits per calendar year, up to a maximum of 1:00 a.m. for special events and occasions.

Why is this review important?

The Township wants to obtain public feedback from the King community and to evaluate the Noise Exemption Permit Process. The Township hopes to better understand:

• whether the community supports continuing to issue Noise Exemption Permits
• what time amplified noise should be allowed to continue until
• if there are particular noise related problems residents or businesses are having in their neighbourhood(s)
• whether rural and urban areas of the Township should have different end times (i.e. should noise have to stop earlier in an urban neighbourhood)

How do I provide my input?

King is looking for feedback on the noise exemption permit process and wants to hear from you. That is why we have created a Noise Exemption Permit Survey to be used in informing staff's review.

Please take the survey! Your feedback is very valuable.

Take the Survey Now!