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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Kelowna, British Columbia
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: 21:00-07:00 (general nuisance standard; stricter windows for construction and power tools below)
Weekends/holidays: 21:00-07:00 (construction has shorter windows Saturday/Sunday)
Construction weekdays: 07:00-21:00 (not a holiday) - variance possible by permit (Sections 8.2-8.3).
Construction weekends: Saturday and statutory holidays 07:00-16:00; Sunday 08:00-16:00 (variance possible).
Kelowna's Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 11500 prohibits noise that disturbs the quiet enjoyment of others (Section 7) and sets construction windows: Mon-Fri 07:00-21:00, Sat and statutory holidays 07:00-16:00, and Sun 08:00-16:00 (Section 8.1). Power lawn and garden tools are limited to 07:00-21:00 (Section 9.5(c)).
Residential quiet hours
21:00-07:00 (general nuisance standard; stricter windows for construction and power tools below)
Weekends & holidays: 21:00-07:00 (construction has shorter windows Saturday/Sunday)
Decibel limits
Qualitative limits enforced
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
07:00-21:00 (not a holiday) - variance possible by permit (Sections 8.2-8.3).
Weekends: Saturday and statutory holidays 07:00-16:00; Sunday 08:00-16:00 (variance possible).
Lawn equipment
07:00-21:00 (power lawn mowers or power garden tools) per Section 9.5(c).
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Unlawful to cause noise or bass sound from radios, public address systems, or music devices that disturbs others (Section 7.3). Deemed objectionable examples include gatherings with raised voices lasting 15 minutes or more (Section 9.5).
Typical fines
$100-$10,000 on conviction; nuisance abatement fees $250 per responding service (Bylaw 11500, Schedule A).
First offense: ~$100 (varies by case)
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via City of Kelowna Bylaw Services (non-emergency) or RCMP for urgent 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.kelowna.ca/city-hall/bylaws/bylaw-services/noise-control or call City of Kelowna Bylaw Services (non-emergency) or RCMP for urgent 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 - Kelowna limits construction to set windows (for example, weekdays to 9 p.m.) and asks that amplified music not disturb neighbours. Could we keep things quiet after 9 p.m. and give a heads-up before noisy work? Thanks very much.
Landlord / property manager
Hello, we're experiencing recurring noise that appears to contravene Kelowna's Good Neighbour Bylaw (Section 7 property noise; Section 8 construction hours). Please remind occupants or contractors of the hours; I can share my log if helpful.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: City of Kelowna - Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 11500
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- For after-hours construction, reference Section 8.1 and ask if a variance (Sections 8.2-8.3) was issued; include site signage in your report.
- Keep a short log and note duration; Section 9.5 deems certain repeated sounds (for example, raised voices 15 minutes or more) objectionable.
- If there are repeated service calls, note that nuisance abatement fees may be billed to the owner (Schedule A).
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.