Noise rules relaxed

Kaipara District Council will relax rules around noise on the two biggest nights of the festive season, while urging the community to be responsible and thoughtful over the holiday period. The usual policy on noise will be relaxed from 6pm on Christmas Day until 1am the following morning, and again from 6pm on New Year’s Eve until 1am on New Year’s Day. If residents have a “significant concern” about noise levels during those hours, however, they can call 0800 727 059 to let council know. Its noise control team will assess whether the noise is excessive and should be attended directly. Otherwise, council’s noise control team will try to respond to any complaints received after 1am on those two nights.

“Be a good neighbour. Think about how your noise might affect your neighbours. If noise from your neighbour is impacting you, try asking them to reduce their noise. Alternatively, you can call us on 0800 727 059 to make a complaint.” Council adds that its team can only attend and investigate while noise is occurring; complaints cannot be made once the noise has stopped.