How to apply for a noise exemption
You can apply for a noise exemption for:
- barbecues, weddings or other parties with excessive noise
- concerts or events that include alcohol
Our noise bylaw is in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can learn more on our noise complaints and exemptions page.
Barbecues, weddings or other parties
- Tools/resources: Internet-connected device.
1. Apply for a noise exemption
- your name, address and contact information
- name of your event
- event contact information
- location
- date and time of your event
- expected attendance
Submit the form and wait for staff to review your response. Allow for between seven and 10 business days for processing.
2. Bylaw reviews your application
After you submit the form, we will review your application.
If we approve your exemption, you will get a permit number by email. If we have questions about your application, we will contact you.
Concerts or events that include alcohol
- Tools/resources: Internet-connected device.
1. Email the director of bylaw
- your contact information
- event location
- date and time of your event
- the equipment you will use (speakers, screens, etc.)
- type of event
- type of noise expected
- number of attendees
- any other information needed to create a report for council
2. Report goes to council
If council approves the report, you can move forward with the event.
If council asks for changes, you must agree to the changes before moving ahead with the event.
Contact Us
City of Kitchener
200 King Street West,
Kitchener, Ontario
Telephone: 519-741-2345,
TTY: 1-866-969-9994
mailto:info@kitchener.ca