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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Windsor, Ontario
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: Activity-specific prohibitions per Noise By-law 6716 (Table 3-1).
Weekends/holidays: No separate universal weekend hours; follow the table of prohibited activities and times.
Construction weekdays: Construction equipment permitted 06:00-20:00; prohibited 20:00-06:00.
Construction weekends: Same as weekdays unless a permit or exemption applies.
Windsor's Noise By-law 6716 lists prohibited activities and time windows by land-use area. Construction equipment is generally limited to 06:00-20:00. See By-law 6716 and contact 311 for guidance.
Residential quiet hours
Activity-specific prohibitions per Noise By-law 6716 (Table 3-1).
Weekends & holidays: No separate universal weekend hours; follow the table of prohibited activities and times.
Decibel limits
Qualitative limits enforced
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
Construction equipment permitted 06:00-20:00; prohibited 20:00-06:00.
Weekends: Same as weekdays unless a permit or exemption applies.
Lawn equipment
Covered by Table 3-1 activity schedule; follow the applicable category for residential areas.
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Amplified sound or other listed activities are prohibited during the hours identified in Table 3-1 for the relevant land-use area.
Typical fines
Provincial Offences Act fines apply; amounts depend on the specific offence and set fine schedule.
Escalating penalties for repeat violations.
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via Call Windsor Police non-emergency (519-258-6111) for active disturbances; use 311 for by-law inquiries or follow-up.. 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.citywindsor.ca/311/Pages/311-Call-Centre.aspx or call Call Windsor Police non-emergency (519-258-6111) for active disturbances; use 311 for by-law inquiries or follow-up.. 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 neighbor - Windsor limits many activities after 8 p.m. (for example, construction equipment). Could we keep the noise down outside the allowed hours? Thanks for the help.
Landlord / property manager
Hello, there has been recurring noise from {{unit/location}} outside the hours listed in Windsor's Noise By-law 6716 (Table 3-1). I have a log and would appreciate your assistance addressing it.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: City of Windsor - Noise By-law 6716
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- Note the exact activity, zone, and time so you can match it to Table 3-1 when reporting.
- For construction outside 06:00-20:00, gather the contractor name or site signage if available.
- Use 311 for non-urgent follow-up or repeated issues; call police while the noise is occurring for quicker enforcement.
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.