US-New York

File a NYC Noise Code Complaint (NY)

24/7
Hours 311 accepts noise complaints
30 dB
Maximum nighttime indoor noise limit (10 p.m.–7 a.m.)
$500
Maximum civil penalty per violation for residential noise
48 hours
Typical DEP response time for non-emergency complaints
The Short Answer

File a noise complaint with NYC 311 (online, phone, or app) — enforcement is handled by the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) under the NYC Noise Code.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteNYC Administrative Code § 24-201 et seq. (Noise Control)governmentNYC Department of Environmental Protection – Noise Code GuidestatuteNY Real Property Law § 235-b (Warranty of Habitability)governmentOATH Rules for Noise Violation Hearings

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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.