No person shall emit, cause, or permit the emission of noise that is likely to disturb any person in the Township.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• The operation of electronic devices or equipment used to produce or amplify sound, including speakers, stereos, musical instruments, microphones, or similar devices
• The operation of construction equipment, combustion engines, or pneumatic devices without proper exhaust or intake muffling equipment in good working order
• Excessive revving of a motor vehicle engine, except where required for mechanical servicing
• The use of motor vehicle horns or warning devices, except where required for safety or permitted by law
• Persistent barking, calling, whining, or noise from a domestic animal (excluding animals used for agricultural purposes)

Fine: $200 per offence

During the following hours, additional noise restrictions apply:

Quiet Hours

• Monday to Friday: 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.

During these times, the following are prohibited:

• Operation of construction equipment or tools
• Lawn and property maintenance equipment, including mowers, blowers, and chainsaws
• Yelling, shouting, whistling, or loud vocal noise
• Noise associated with community or private events
• Fireworks or similar pyrotechnic devices
  • (Exception: January 1, when restrictions apply from 1:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.)

Fine: $200 per offence

The Noise By-Law does not apply to noise resulting from:

• Emergency measures taken to protect life, safety, or property
• Emergency services, utilities, or essential services
• Snow plowing, snow blowing, or snow removal
• Township operations or work carried out by Township staff or contractors
• Normal farm practices in accordance with the Farm Practices Protection Act
• Church bells, chimes, and religious or cultural celebrations
• Activities conducted in accordance with approved commercial or industrial zoning
• Approved community or private events
• Aircraft, railways, and transportation regulated by other levels of government
• Generators used during power outages or required testing

A temporary exemption may be requested for special events or activities.

Important Information:

• Applications must be submitted at least 45 days before the event
• A separate application is required for each event
• Exemptions for private or community events may only extend to:

  • 1:00 a.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Statutory Holidays

• A $25 non-refundable fee applies per application
• Exemptions may be approved, denied, or approved with conditions

How to Apply:

PDF Application
Download and complete the Noise By-Law Exemption Application:
Temporary Exemption Application PDF

Completed PDF applications may be submitted:

• By email to cbelanger@augusta.ca, or

• In person at the Township Office:

Township of Augusta
3560 County Road 26
Prescott, ON K0E 1T0

Please note: The $25 application fee must be received before an exemption can be issued.

• The Noise By-Law is enforced by Township By-Law Enforcement Officers and Police
• Officers may enter a property in accordance with the Municipal Act
• Violations may result in:
• • Set fines under the Provincial Offences Act
  • Orders to stop or correct the noise
  • Further legal action if necessary

Failure to comply with the by-law or the conditions of an approved exemption may result in enforcement action.