Permits & Applications

Applies to project related work subject to Section 15(1) of the Noise or Sound Abatement Bylaw. Under this bylaw, construction noise or construction-related activities are permitted:

• Monday to Friday between 7 am to 8 pm
• Saturday between 9 am to 8 pm

Where it is impossible or impracticable to comply with Section 15(1) of the Noise or Sound Abatement Bylaw, a Noise Variance request may be considered. 

Noise Variances are not provided for parties, gatherings or concerts.

A complete application should include:

• Online application form: all sections in the application form are accurately filled out with details pertaining to the rationale of the variance request, equipment, anticipated decibel levels and noise mitigation measures.
• Draft notice to be distributed to the businesses/residents in the neighborhood adjacent to the proposed work area. Notices are required to be distributed minimum 72 hours before commencement of the work.
• Map outlining where the notices will be distributed (e.g. 1 city block circumference around the proposed work area).
• Associated Traffic Control Permit # (if applicable) – include in additional comments.
• Project name (if applicable) – include in additional comments.

Noise Variance requests require 7 full business days to review once all pertinent information is received.