Turning down the volume on noise complaints
- Condominium Group
- Dec 30, 2007
- 1 min read
Turning down the volume on noise complaints
December 31, 2007
In buildings containing multiple dwelling units, it is inevitable that residents will hear their neighbours. Condominium lawyers are frequently contacted about noise issues. People often ask: Just how much noise is too much? What kinds of noises are condominium residents expected to put up with, and when is the condominium corporation required to step in? Should the neighbours be blamed, or poor construction? Can the developer be held accountable for noise transmission in new condominium buildings?
Condominium corporations can implement and enforce rules to eliminate noise caused by behaviour issues such as raucous parties. This article discusses noise that cannot be addressed through behavioural changes.
Noise transmission can also be attributed to construction or design deficiencies. Fortunately, noise problems caused by the building itself can be resolved through remedial work. There is an improving understanding of sound attenuation. More importantly, the provincial authorities, responsible for building standards, are finally taking notice of this problem and are preparing to introduce requirements relating to sound transmission that could cut down on noise complaints.
Tis is an excerpt of an article that appeared on reminetwork.com.
