Noise Management in Darebin
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Learn how to handle noise disturbances and understand Council's role in noise complaints within Darebin.
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Ongoing activity
274 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
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Learn how to handle noise disturbances and understand Council's role in noise complaints within Darebin.
Ongoing activity
274 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
Free
Noise is a common part of life in Darebin's diverse and increasingly high-density community. While some noise is expected, it must not be unreasonable or negatively impact neighbours' quality of life. This guide helps you understand what you can do about noise disturbances and the powers Council and other authorities have to respond.
If you are experiencing noise issues, the first step is to approach your neighbour in a friendly and practical way to discuss the problem. If this does not resolve the issue, free mediation services are available through the Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria, which helps most disputes reach an agreement. Should these steps fail, you can report noise concerns to the appropriate authority based on the noise type and source.
Noise complaints can involve residential noise, building and construction noise, noisy animals, commercial noise, and noise from entertainment venues. Council requires a 14-day Residential Noise Log to investigate residential noise complaints. Building works have regulated hours, and noisy animals should be addressed with owners first. Commercial noise and venue noise have specific reporting and enforcement processes.
This service and information are provided by Darebin City Council, located at 274 Gower Street, Preston, VIC 3072. You can contact Council by phone or email for assistance with noise complaints and further guidance on noise management.
Noise logs are essential for Council investigations and can serve as evidence if legal action is necessary. Certain noise issues, such as vehicle noise, domestic activities, and emergency works, are not investigated by Council but may be handled by other authorities. Always consider safety and legal requirements when addressing noise concerns.
There is no cost to access information or mediation services related to noise complaints. Mediation through the Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria is free and confidential. Reporting noise to Council or other authorities does not incur fees.