This information may change without notice. You can also visit the NSW EPA website for more information.
| Type of noise | Acceptable hours |
|---|---|
| Music, drums, tvs and sound equipment |
8am – midnight Friday, Saturday and the day before a public holiday. 8am -10pm any other day. |
| Power tools and garden equipment |
8am – 8pm Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. 7am – 8pm any other day. |
| Air conditioners and water heat pumps |
8am – 10pm Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. 7am – 10pm any other day. |
| Pumps, including swimming pool and spa pumps |
8am – 8pm Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. 7am – 8pm any other day. |
| Motor vehicles (except when entering or leaving a residential property) |
8am – 8pm Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. 7am – 8pm any other day |
| Building construction |
Unless a development has approval from Council for different hours, the standard hours that apply for building work are:
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Extra restrictions can be placed on any activity that causes offensive noise. Noise is considered offensive if it unreasonably interferes with someone’s comfort or peace.
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