Saanich By-law 7059, s. 7(a) — Noise Suppression Bylaw

The Council is of the opinion that the operation of a heat pump or water pump resulting in a sound level at a point of reception located in a Quiet Zone in excess of 50 decibels between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on any day, or in excess of 45 decibels between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. of the following day is objectionable and liable to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of individuals or the public.

• (b) No person shall emit or cause, suffer or permit the emission of sound from the operation of a heat pump or a water pump resulting in a sound level at a point of reception located in a Quiet Zone in excess of:
• i. 50 decibels between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on any day, or
• ii. 45 decibels between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. of the following day.