Main: 503-823-4519
City/County Info: 503-823-4000
TDD: 503-823-6868
1120 SW 5th Ave, Suite 114, Portland, OR 97204
Main: 503-823-4519
City/County Info: 503-823-4000
TDD: 503-823-6868
1120 SW 5th Ave, Suite 114, Portland, OR 97204
In most neighbor-to-neighbor noise concerns, the very first place to begin is to reach out to your neighbor. Many times, issues can be resolved by working together.
The Noise Office does not have the authority to address the following types of noise, but we've included phone numbers:
Types of Noise Covered by the Code
The noise code addresses many aspects of noise, including:
For questions, information, or concerns, please email the Noise Office or file using the online noise complaint form.
Intent of code is to control the level of noise in a manner that promotes the use, value, and enjoyment of property, conduct of business, sleep and repose and reduces unnecessary and excessive sound in the environment.
This sheet explains City of Portland regulations on construction noise. (Code section 18.10.060)