The City of Victoria has announced that it will be taking on the endeavour of modernizing its 2003 noise bylaw.
The goal of this process is to make it easier to understand, follow and enforce, says the City.
Currently, the noise bylaw sets standards to limit excessive noise from various activities, including construction, industry, hospitality, events and private waste collection.
However, the City’s noise regulations do not apply to all sounds and noises. Some noises that are not covered by the scope of the bylaw are those from seaplanes, helicopters, emergency vehicles and cruise ships.
To make the soon-to-be revised bylaw best work for the people of Victoria, City staff has launched a survey that will help inform changes made to the current bylaw.
“We want to better understand how residents and businesses experience sound and noise in Victoria,” said Mayor Marianne Alto.
“Your feedback will help inform an updated Noise Bylaw that balances livability and economic vibrancy in our capital city.”
The City has launched both a community survey and business survey, which will be available online until January 31st, 2026.
This allows Victorians over one month’s time to provide their feedback and opinions.
Find the survey or more information on the noise bylaw online, here.
