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Last Updated April 11, 2024
It is a variety of noises that occur in and around the house by daily life.
For living noise
- Noise from audio equipment such as televisions and musical instruments
- Noise from residential equipment and equipment such as air conditioners and washing machines
- Noise caused by other causes such as footsteps and pet squeals
There are measures that can be taken to prevent each. For more information, please visit the following page.
Types and countermeasures of living noise
Watch out for the sound of the house
Living noise generated from ordinary households is not subject to laws and regulations.
For this reason, Yokohama City has established "Guidelines for Preventing Living Noise (see below)" and asks them to work to solve problems through making rules in the area and discussions between the parties. Let's deepen our understanding with the neighbors and have a caring relationship.
Guidelines for Preventing Living Noise (PDF: 109KB)
In that case, please refer to the leaflet "Attention to the sound of your house".
If you wish, we distribute it in Atmosphere and Sound Environment Division. In addition, the PDF data of the leaflet can be downloaded from the link below.
Leaflet "Awareness of the sound of the house" (PDF: 2,277KB)
Solving problems related to living noise
If you feel the damage…
- Don't forcibly endure and seek understanding with a polite attitude as soon as possible.
- If it's difficult to speak directly, consult with your neighbors, such as landlords, management companies, or Residential Association.
If you are complained…
- Let's talk in good faith without being emotional, and respond if possible.
- If it is difficult to respond, consult with landlords, management companies, Residential Association and other related parties.
Consideration is important
In order to prevent and solve problems related to living noise, it is important to associate with neighbors.
It is important to talk with each other and seek understanding.
There are various sources of living noise.
In fiscal 2021, there were 195 consultations on living noise from Atmosphere and Sound Environment Division.
About 1/4 of the sources were sound on the upper and lower floors of apartment, such as condominiums. Next was the sound of equipment such as air conditioner water heaters and the voice of people.
Rental of sound level meters
Body weight: Approx. 780g Body dimensions: Approx. 26 x 8 x 6cm Case Dimensions: Approx. 38 x 15 x 10cm
Atmosphere and Sound Environment Division rents sound level meters (within one week).
If you would like to make a reservation, please visit the link below and apply to Atmosphere and Sound Environment Division.
- →Rental of sound level meters (Click here for details)
Rental location (reservation required)
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Inquiries to this page
Atmosphere and Sound Environment Division, Environmental Protection Department, Green Environment Bureau
Telephone: 045-671-2483
Telephone: 045-671-2483
Fax: 045-550-3923
Email address: mk-soudan@city.yokohama.lg.jp
Page ID: 221-453-553
