Construction Noise Regulations

The Construction Noise Regulation is part of the Noise Code in New York City. It is in Title 15 Rules of the City of New York (RCNY) Chapter 28. The Noise Code sets policies and standards for managing noise in the City. The Construction Noise Regulation includes extra strategies, methods, procedures and technology to reduce noise at construction sites. These steps help lessen the noise impact in areas where construction happens.

Noise reduction methods

Construction businesses must use noise reduction methods when using these devices or activities:

• Impact equipment: pile drivers, jackhammers, hoe rams, blasting
• Earth moving devices: vacuum excavators
• Construction trucks: dump trucks
• Stationary devices: cranes, auger drills, street plates, backup alarms
• Manual devices: concrete saws

Minimal noise rule

Construction businesses should also check the Minimal Noise Rule in Title 15 RCNY Chapter 30. This rule lists construction activities with minimal noise impact and the specific noise reduction steps for these activities.