Noise Bylaw Exemptions
Purpose of Noise Bylaw Exemption
The Noise Bylaw Exemption allows construction projects to proceed outside of normal working days/hours under certain circumstances. The Exemption may be granted to construction projects by the General Manager if the project satisfies the following conditions (refer to Bylaw 8856 Section 4.2.2):
- The volume of traffic in the area of the proposed construction is such as to cause danger to the workers on the job or to cause traffic congestion;
- The impact and inconvenience to residents in the area of the proposed construction can be minimized;
- The construction cannot be undertaken efficiently or safely during the normal working day; or
- Interruption of any during normal working day would cause any person undue hardship.
Current Noise Bylaw Exemptions
The following locations have been granted a Noise Bylaw Exemption:
| Date | Hours | Location | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14 to May 31 | 24/7 | 10260 Freshwater Drive | Sanitary main break |
| May 29 to June 30 Total duration expected to be until Mar 2024. |
24/7 | No. 2 Road South Section | Well point dewatering and sanitary bypass work |
| May 3 to Sep 29 | 9:00pm - 5:00am | Knight Street Bridge | Deck rehabilitation |
| Jun 1 to Jul 1 | 24/7 | Blundell and Gilbert intersection | Well point dewatering system and a water treatment plant |
| Jun 4 | 7:00pm - 5:00am | Bridgeport Road and Knight Street | Paving |
| Jun 5 to 16 | 8:00pm - 5:00am | 11660 Mitchell Road | Capstan Station cable pull |
| Jun 10 to 11 | 11:30pm - 5am | 6188 & 6288 No. 3 Road | BC Hydro Voltage Conversion |
| Jun 15 to 16 | 8:00pm - 7:00am | 13020 Delf Place | Watermain replacement |
For more information on exemptions to this Bylaw, contact:
Jaime Villaluz, Assistant Supervisor, Inspections
Email: Jaime.Villaluz@richmond.ca
Phone: 604-276-4014
Apply for a Noise Bylaw Exemption
Three weeks' notice is required
To apply for a Noise Bylaw Exemption, complete the following application. A minimum of three weeks' notice is required for this type of application to be processed.
Noise Bylaw Exemption Application
All applicants must review Noise Regulation Bylaw 8856.