Although those who can work from home continue to do so through Stage 4 restrictions, some industries, including construction are working on site.
Construction noise
As a result, it’s unavoidable that construction will impact on people living or working in close proximity to a construction site due to noise, dust and from time to time, vibration.
Building works are permitted between:
- 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday
- 9am to 3pm on Saturday (unless otherwise approved)
Building works are done within approved Construction Management Plan guidelines, which include minimising the impact of noise and disruption to nearby businesses and residents as far as reasonably possible.
General noise associated with building sites conducted is not restricted. We won’t be able to address these types of noise sources during the allowed hours, including:
- Drilling
- Sawing
- Hammering (including jack hammering).
To settle issues about noisy construction works, approach the builder and work with them to reach an agreeable outcome. If this doesn’t resolve the issue, you can .
If the issue is happening outside above guidelines and you require immediate assistance, please call us on 9205 5555.
Residential noise
Under the , it’s an offence to cause unreasonable noise from residential premises. Unreasonable noise is determined by:
- Volume
- Intensity
- Duration.
The best way to deal with a noisy neighbour is to approach them and work together to settle the problem. If this doesn’t resolve the issue, you can using the form below.
