New Westminster: Noise
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What does New Westminster bylaw 6520, s. 8 say?
The noise level of noise or sound emanating from real property shall be measured from a point within six (6) metres of either the source of the noise or sound or a boundary lot line of the real property from which the noise or sound emanates, whichever is more convenient to the person measuring the noise level of the…
New Westminster, Noise Bylaw, s. 8, Bylaw Insider, https://www.bylawinsider.com/ca/bylaws/bc/new-westminster/6520/6520-8-2, last checked October 17, 2026. Unofficial copy; the official version governs.
What does New Westminster bylaw 6520, s. 10 say?
The noise levels measured by an Inspector or a peace officer shall be a conclusive statement of whether the noise or sound emanating from real property or a highway exceeds the noise levels authorized by this Bylaw.
New Westminster, Noise Bylaw, s. 10, Bylaw Insider, https://www.bylawinsider.com/ca/bylaws/bc/new-westminster/6520/6520-10, last checked October 17, 2026. Unofficial copy; the official version governs.
What does New Westminster bylaw 6520, s. 6 say?
The noise level of continuous noise emanating from real property within a quiet zone or from a stationary source on a highway adjoining such real property in a quiet zone, shall not exceed 55 dBs during the daytime and 45 dBs at night.
New Westminster, Noise Bylaw, s. 6, Bylaw Insider, https://www.bylawinsider.com/ca/bylaws/bc/new-westminster/6520/6520-6, last checked October 17, 2026. Unofficial copy; the official version governs.
What does New Westminster bylaw 6520, s. 1 say?
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