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Any sound that disturbs peace and quiet, and affects the comfort and well-being of others, whether the noise is constant, fluctuating, or intermittent. This may include, for example, excessive footsteps, barking, loud electronic devices, construction outside permitted hours, or loud music. Whether a noise is considered disruptive depends on the circumstances (time of day, duration, frequency, and what is normally tolerable in the setting). It may also be governed by the building’s by-laws or municipal regulations. When such noise interferes with the peaceful enjoyment of the premises, it may constitute a abnormal neighborhood disturbance within the meaning of article 976 of the Civil Code of Québec.
10/01/2025
You have just purchased your new condo, and for some time now, you’ve been hearing noise that prevents you from peacefully enjoying your unit, or even completely disrupts your sleep. You ask your neighbors, and they are facing the same issue. Noise can cause stress, frustration, fatigue, and even lead…...
30/03/2022
La webradio du 30 mars 2022 a porté sur l’acoustique en copropriété. Le bruit constitue l’une des nuisances les plus courantes en copropriété. Moult différends entre copropriétaires découlent du bruit généré par les uns et les autres. Ces pommes de discorde génèrent plusieurs litiges. Pour tout dire, l’insonorisation acoustique adéquate…...
14/01/2019
Another decision regarding noise in co-ownership in Quebec has recently contributed to the ongoing issue of abnormal neighborhood disturbances. This judgment was rendered by the Honourable Luc Huppé, Judge at the Court of Quebec – Small Claims Division. It was demonstrated in this case that co-owner landlords can be held…...