Noise pollution

Noise pollution is unwanted sound and can cause disruption and annoyance. Find out how to prevent and report instances of noise pollution.

Noise from faulty burglar and car alarms can cause severe noise disturbance. Find out how to prevent nuisance alarms and report a problem.

Excessive noise from commercial premises can cause noise disturbance. Find out how to reduce noise nuisance and report a problem.

Construction and demolition works are usually noisy and can take place in areas that are normally quiet. Find out how to prevent and report instances of construction noise pollution.

Dogs barking can be a serious annoyance if it happens frequently or for prolonger periods. Find out how to reduce and report instances of barking dogs.

North Yorkshire Council has a duty to investigate noise complaints made by motorcycles and quad bikes. Find out more about how to make a noise complaint.

Excessive entertainment noise from pubs, clubs and licensed premises can cause severe noise disturbance. Find out how to reduce noise nuisance and report a problem

North Yorkshire Council has a duty to investigate noise complaints made by residents and businesses. Find out more about how to make a noise complaint.