Noise

People noise, music

Residents can have a gathering or party at their premises if it is within reason. If you are having issues with people noise, including music and voices from domestic premises. You will need to make a report to SAPOL by calling 131 444.
 
SA police have the authority to request noise be reduced or events to cease if they are causing a disturbance to neighbouring properties.

 

Machinery noise, such as, pool pumps, air conditioners

Council can investigate the below local noise issues if they are causing disruption to neighbouring properties 

  • Noise coming from things like an air conditioner, air compressor, swimming pool pump, lawnmower and power tools
  • Dust and activity noise from development and construction sites – building or maintenance and repair work
  • Noise coming from indoor venues or outdoor events.
  • Filthy or neglected premises that present a risk of rodent infestation or emit offensive odours or material.

You can report an issue to Council
Online, via Report It
Call us on 08 8372 5111, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Via email at pobox1@unley.sa.gov.au 

Development noise

Construction activities which generate significant levels of noise should only occur within the hours of 7 am to 7 pm, Monday to Saturday, unless they have an exemption (please see the list of current exemptions for the City of Unley).

For more information, including a list of agencies and authorities that also regulate and monitor activities that impact the environment, visit the EPA website.

For further information and times of allowed neighbour noise, please see the Noisy Neighbours Brochure on the Legal Services Website

If there are construction activities or noise outside the hours listed above, or any dust from a construction site, these can be investigated by Council and you can report it to us
Online, via Report It
Call us on 08 8372 5111, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Via email at pobox1@unley.sa.gov.au 

 

Animal noise

If you're experiencing disturbances from animal noise on your property, explore our guidelines and suggested actions below.

Native Birds or Animals
The Department for Enviroment and Water are best placed to assist you with noise or issues relating to native or wild animals. In alot of circumstances, the animal species will be protected by the Animal Welfare Act and you will need to engage a certified officer for the relocation of the animals. 

Dogs 
All dogs make noise on occasion. However, if you are concerned about the level of noise a dog is creating, the first step towards resolving the issue is to speak with the owner in a non-threatening manner and try to reach a compromise.
 
Often the dog owner is unaware that their dog is causing a nuisance as they may not be at their property when the barking occurs. We have provided a letter template that you can print and give to your neighbour as a first step to resolve the issue.
 
If you have attempted to resolve the issue with your neighbour, and the situation has not improved, then you can notify us and read the full complaint process on our website. 

Birds or Poultry
The City of Unley has a set of poultry guidelines and bird keeping requirements to ensure that any poultry or other birds that are kept on private property are in the best possible conditions for their comfort and that of your neighbours.
 
If you have a concern or complaint about poultry being kept on private property, you can report the issue to us Online, via Report it or call us on 08 8372 5111, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.

 

 

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