Noise Program

Program
The Noise Program supports the city’s lively spirit, safety, and health by reviewing requests for City noise code variances for exciting and essential events. We also educate the public on the human health issue of urban noise pollution by enforcing the City's Noise Code Title 18.
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About the Noise Program

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Apply for a Noise Code Variance

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Submit a Noise Concern

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Construction Noise and Regulations

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Pile Driving

Contact

Noise Program

Development Services
noise@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-7350

Mailing address

Development Services
1900 SW Fourth Avenue
Suite 5000
Portland, OR 97201

Related offices, programs, advisory groups, and projects

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Noise Review Board

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Noise Review Board PIR Subcommittee

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Development Services (BDS)

News

Interested in helping improve neighborhood livability while supporting special events? Apply to serve on the Noise Review Board

The City of Portland seeks interested persons to serve in one position for a three-year term on the Noise Review Board. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Wednesday, June 28.

News article

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Bureau of Development Services proposes fee changes, effective July 1, 2023

Learn more about the proposed fee changes and how you can share your views.

Updated News article

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Interim noise control rule on construction activities due to heat

Effective May 15, 2023, construction activities may begin at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday without a noise variance when the temperature predicted by the National Weather Service is expected to exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit by 3 p.m.

News article

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City of Portland Liquor, Cannabis and Noise programs move to Development Services

This realignment, effective April 1, results from the ongoing restructuring of bureaus and offices following voters’ approval of Ballot Measure 26-228 in November 2022.

News article

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Events

Noise Review Board Meeting

This volunteer advisory board works to improve neighborhood livability by striking a balance between sound-generating activities related to construction, special events, and other issues, and the desire for livable communities.

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Noise Review Board Meeting

This volunteer advisory board works to improve neighborhood livability by striking a balance between sound-generating activities related to construction, special events, and other issues, and the desire for livable communities.

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Noise Review Board Meeting

This volunteer advisory board works to improve neighborhood livability by striking a balance between sound-generating activities related to construction, special events, and other issues, and the desire for livable communities.

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Noise Review Board Meeting

This volunteer advisory board works to improve neighborhood livability by striking a balance between sound-generating activities related to construction, special events, and other issues, and the desire for livable communities.

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online
More events

Past Meetings and Hearings

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