FAQs
- How well the current Noise By-law addresses noise concerns
- What types of noise the community would like to see regulated
- What times the community would like noise to be permitted
- An online survey will be posted on the project Engage page at cambridge.ca/noise
- Two in-person Community Engagement Sessions will be held on:
- November 23, 2023 at City Hall in the Bowman Room from 6-8pm
- November 30, 2023 at WG Johnson Centre in the Activities Room from 6-8pm
Why is the City engaging the community on this topic now?
The City passed its current Noise By-law in 2004. It is time for the by-law to be reviewed and updated to meet the needs of our community. Your feedback and ideas are important, and we want to hear from our community!
Your input will be used to help identify and develop options to be considered as part of the Noise By-Law review and update to be undertaken in 2024.
We promise to keep you informed, listen to and acknowledge concerns, and provide feedback on how public input influenced the recommendations.
What is the purpose of the engagement?
The City is gathering feedback and ideas about:
Your input will be used to help identify and develop options to be considered as part of the Noise By-law review and update to be brought forward at a future Council meeting in spring 2024.
Why does the City have a Noise By-law?
By-laws are put in place to ensure a safe and orderly community for all who live, work and play in Cambridge. The Noise By-law regulated noise and the times of day it can occur. The purpose of the by-law is to preserve and protect the safety, welfare, and quality of life of everyone in Cambridge by promoting peace and quiet.
What learning and engagement opportunities are being offered?
The Survey will be the primary tool for collecting feedback from the community. We will also be holding two open houses for members of the community to attend and learn more about our current Noise By-law and what some future regulations could look like. Engagement will include the following:
Who should I contact with more questions about Noise in the City of Cambridge?
Please call or email the Municipal By-law Compliance team at bylaw@cambridge.ca or 519-623-1340 extension 7907.
Why should I participate?
This is your chance to provide feedback to decision-makers and make a meaningful impact on initiatives which will effect your community.