Not obeying an order to stop loud noise is a criminal offence and could land you in hot water.
With the festive season approaching, residents are reminded to be mindful of social activities that might make them fall foul of noise control by-laws and regulations in the City of Ekurhuleni.
Noise pollution is divided into two categories, namely disturbing noise and noise nuisance, which are both prohibited, said Themba Gadebe, spokesperson for the metro.
Noise pollution is regulated by the City of Ekurhuleni’s police services by-laws and Gauteng noise control regulations.
The regulations make a distinction between disturbing noise and noise nuisance. In order for an act to be defined as disturbing noise, it needs to meet a technical test, such as measuring above the noise level set for that designated zone, or, if designated areas are not set, the noise must have risen above the measurement or rating set in the South African Bureau of Standards.
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