Environmental Health Officers and Police have powers under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 to ensure that noise emissions do not unreasonably interfere with a person's health, welfare and amenity. The laws assign maximum permitted noise levels for particular times of the day with some exceptions.

Construction Noise

Noise, above levels set in the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 can be emitted from construction sites (such as building developments) between 7:00am and 7:00pm Monday to Saturday only. Out of hours work is permitted but Council must grant approval. To resolve construction noise issues it is recommended that residents contact the building or construction supervisor (details on the sign at the development) initially as this usually resolves problems in most cases. If this does not resolve the matter, an Environmental Health Officer can investigate the matter following the submission of a Noise Service Request to the City.

Domestic Equipment (Lawn Mowers and Musical Instruments etc)

Lawnmowers, chainsaws and musical instruments can only be used between 7:00am and 7:00pm Monday to Saturday and between 9:00am and 7:00pm on Sundays or Public Holidays. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, power tools etc can be used for a maximum of 2 hours in any day.

Musical instruments can be used for a maximum of 1 hour in any day.

Note: Emissions must be reasonable, ie not disrupt a person's health, welfare and amenity. Environmental Health Officers are able to determine what would be considered to be reasonable.

Noisy Parties

The Mandurah Police can deal with noise from 'one-off parties'. They can be contacted on 9581 0222. Ongoing issues can be addressed by The City's Environmental Health Services.

Alarms

The Police have the power to inactivate house or car alarms if the alarm is emitting unreasonable noise.

Noise Service Requests

The document, Noise Information Sheet, provides further details of permitted noise levels and actions that may be taken for continued excessive noise. If you believe that noise is unreasonably interfering with your health, welfare and amenity a Noise Service Request can be completed and submitted to the City's Environmental Health Section. An Environmental Health Officer will investigate the Service Request and if appropriate, take action to ensure noise levels are in accordance with the legislation.