Noise
We deal with noise complaints relating to commercial and domestic properties. The most common types of complaints that we investigate are caused by amplified music, barking dogs and building works (including DIY). In the first instance you should contact the source of the problem to make them aware, as they may be unaware that they are causing a disturbance or that it is affecting you. We cannot investigate complaints of noise from people in the street, day-to-day living noise, children playing, noisy vehicles or aircraft.
Supplementary to the information within the Nuisance Procedure we may do the following when dealing with a noise complaint:
- Noise monitoring equipment may be installed in your property, although this will not happen in all cases.
- If a statutory noise nuisance is found, the Council may apply for a warrant to enter premises and seize nuisance making equipment from the premises causing the problem. In addition to this the 'offender' may be prosecuted in the Magistrates Court where a fine may be imposed and an order obtained which allows the Council to keep the seized equipment.
You can make a formal complaint by completing our form at Report It Online
If you are suffering from noise disturbance outside of office hours you can contact Thames Valley Police on their non-emergency number - 101, and depending on officer availability, they maybe able to offer assistance.
