Noise By-law

The City of St. Catharines Noise By-law addresses issues such as persistent noise created by construction, combustible motors, barking dogs, whining or calling of domestic animals, music and yelling.

Submit a complaint

Depending on the nature of the noise there are several ways to submit a complaint.

Immediate / temporary noise

If your complaint requires immediate response and is temporary in nature (e.g. a late night party) please reach out to the Niagara Regional Police.

Persistent noise

You can report an issue around persistent noise complaints online.

Persistent noise includes the following:

Engine or motor noise over a period of 10 minutes in a residential neighbourhood
Operation of a horn or other warning device
Construction equipment noise between 11 pm and 7 am
Other noise disturbing inhabitants

Animal noise

You can submit complaints related to persistent dog barking and/or whining or calling of domestic animals to Niagara Region Animal Services Inc.