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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Surrey, 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: No fixed citywide quiet hours; nuisance standard applies at all hours (By-law 7044 Section B).
Weekends/holidays: No fixed curfew; nuisance standard applies (construction rules differ).
Construction weekdays: 07:00-22:00 (exceptions require written approval).
Construction weekends: Saturday 07:00-22:00; Sunday: no for-profit construction (homeowners may work on their own property); exceptions by written approval.
Surrey controls noise through Noise Control By-law, 1982, No. 7044, which prohibits noise that disturbs the peace at any time and sets specific construction hours 07:00-22:00 daily (with no for-profit construction on Sundays unless an exception is granted). See the by-law PDF and the City's construction hours and exception guidance handout and Noise Extension Bylaw Permit.
Residential quiet hours
No fixed citywide quiet hours; nuisance standard applies at all hours (By-law 7044 Section B).
Weekends & holidays: No fixed curfew; nuisance standard applies (construction rules differ).
Decibel limits
Qualitative limits enforced
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
07:00-22:00 (exceptions require written approval).
Weekends: Saturday 07:00-22:00; Sunday: no for-profit construction (homeowners may work on their own property); exceptions by written approval.
Lawn equipment
No specific clock curfew; equipment must not disturb neighbours under Section B.
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Amplified sound such as radios or stereos may not be played so as to disturb the neighbourhood (Section B.3).
Typical fines
$100-$2,000 per offence; each day is a separate offence (Section E).
First offense: ~$100 (varies by case)
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via City of Surrey Bylaw Enforcement (Report a Problem) for non-emergencies; Surrey Police Service non-emergency for active 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.surrey.ca/services-payments/report-problem-or-submit-request or call City of Surrey Bylaw Enforcement (Report a Problem) for non-emergencies; Surrey Police Service non-emergency for active 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 - Surrey's noise by-law prohibits noise that disturbs at any time, and construction is limited to 7 a.m.-10 p.m. (no for-profit work on Sundays). We have been hearing {{describe noise}} around {{times}}. Could you keep it down, especially at night? Thanks!
Landlord / property manager
Hello, we are experiencing recurring noise from {{unit/location}} that appears to contravene Surrey's Noise Control By-law 7044 (nuisance noise at any time; construction hours 7 a.m.-10 p.m., no for-profit work Sundays). Incidents on {{dates/times}}. Could you help address this? I can share our case number and a brief log.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: City of Surrey - Noise Control By-law, 1982, No. 7044
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- For construction outside 07:00-22:00, ask for the written approval or exception and cite Section C of the by-law.
- Include exact times, address or source, and short clips recorded from your property when you report.
- Use the City's Report a Problem tool for a case number; call police non-emergency for active late-night disturbances.
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.