Richmond By-law 8856, s. 3.2.1(a) — Noise Regulation Bylaw
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the sound made by a dog barking, howling or otherwise, or the sound created by any other animal, continually or sporadically or erratically for any period in excess of one-half hour of time;
- (b) the sound made by a combustion engine that is operated without using an effective exhaust muffling system;
- (c) the sound made by a vehicle or a vehicle with a trailer resulting in banging, clanking, squealing or other like sounds due to an improperly secured load or improperly secured equipment, or due to inadequate maintenance;
- (d) the sound made by a vehicle horn or other warning device used except under circumstances required or authorized by law;
- (e) the sound made by amplified music, whether pre-recorded or live, after 2:00 a.m. and before 8:00 a.m. on any day;
- (f) sound produced by audio advertising which:
- (i) is directed at pedestrians or motorists on any street or sidewalk; or
- (ii) can be heard on any street or sidewalk.
- (g) except as permitted under section 4.1.1(l), the sound caused by lawn and garden power equipment; and
- (h) except as permitted under section 4.1.1(m), the sound caused by construction. PART FOUR: EXEMPTIONS
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- 3.2 Prohibited Types of Noise
- 3.2.1 The following sounds are prohibited because they are objectionable, or liable to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment and comfort of individuals or the public notwithstanding that such sounds may not constitute a violation of any other provision of this Bylaw
- 4.1 Specific Exemptions
- 4.1.1 Exempted from the general sound restrictions in Part 2 is sound made
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