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Noise Program

Program
Community and Economic Development
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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Noise Control Code Amendment Project

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Apply for a noise code variance

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Report a noise concern

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How to document ongoing noise issues

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Construction Noise and Regulations

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Pile Driving

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Find public records with Permitting & Development

Contact

Noise Control Program

Portland Permitting & Development
noise@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-7350

Mailing address

Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D)
1900 SW Fourth Avenue
Suite 5000
Portland, OR 97201

Related offices, programs, and projects

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Noise Review Board

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Noise Review Board PIR Subcommittee

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Permitting & Development

News

Help Portland balance neighborhood livability with special events. Join the Noise Review Board.

The City of Portland seeks interested community members to serve a three-year term on the Noise Review Board. Applications are accepted through Sunday, Nov. 30.

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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