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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Edmonton, Alberta
Confirm quiet hours, decibel limits, construction schedules, and reporting steps so you can keep the peace in your neighbourhood.
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Default quiet hours: 22:00-07:00 (City states most noise is only permitted 07:00-22:00)
Weekends/holidays: 22:00-07:00 (same as weekdays; activity-specific exceptions may apply)
Construction weekdays: 07:00-21:00 (authorization needed outside this window)
Construction weekends: 09:00-19:00 on Sundays and statutory holidays (authorization required outside these hours)
Plan quiet gatherings in Edmonton by observing the general 22:00-07:00 quiet window. See the City's Noise page and Community Standards Bylaw 14600 for details.
Residential quiet hours
22:00-07:00 (City states most noise is only permitted 07:00-22:00)
Weekends & holidays: 22:00-07:00 (same as weekdays; activity-specific exceptions may apply)
Decibel limits
65 dBA daytime / 50 dBA night
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
07:00-21:00 (authorization needed outside this window)
Weekends: 09:00-19:00 on Sundays and statutory holidays (authorization required outside these hours)
Lawn equipment
No equipment-specific hours beyond the general 07:00-22:00 guidance
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Measured at point of reception: <=65 dBA (07:00-22:00) and <=50 dBA (22:00-07:00)
Typical fines
Varies by section; see Bylaw 14600 penalty schedules
Escalating penalties for repeat violations.
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via 311 (City of Edmonton) or EPS non-emergency for in-progress disturbances. Provide dates, times, and source details so dispatchers can prioritise the call. Anonymous complaints are accepted but detailed contact information helps with follow-up.
- Document the issue (record short clips, note times, and track duration for at least two nights if possible).
- Share a polite note with the neighbour or property manager. See the message templates below.
- Submit a complaint via https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/bylaws/noise or call 311 (City of Edmonton) or EPS non-emergency for in-progress disturbances. Ask for the incident number for reference.
- If the noise continues, follow up with enforcement referencing the incident number. Keep your documentation for any tribunal or landlord board filings.
Ready-to-send messages
Neighbour note
Hi there - Edmonton's quiet period starts at 10 p.m. Would you mind turning the music down tonight? Thanks!
Landlord / property manager
Hello, there have been recurring noise issues after 10 p.m. at [unit]. Edmonton's bylaw treats this as a violation; could you please address it with the tenant?
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: City of Edmonton - Community Standards Bylaw 14600 (Noise provisions)
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- Keep generators and outdoor speakers off after 10 p.m.; the nighttime limit is 50 dBA at the point of reception.
- Construction on Sundays/holidays should be limited to 09:00-19:00 unless you have an after-hours authorization.
- Provide exact times and address when filing a 311 noise complaint to help enforcement.
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.